Childminder in Lancashire

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder has not maintained a current paediatric first-aid qualification. She is aware of the legal requirement to do so and intends to address this issue. However, she does hold a first-aid qualification as a result of her role as a foster carer. n The childminder has a sound understanding of safeguarding issues. She can identify the possible signs and symptoms of abuse. The childminder understands the procedures to follow should she be concerned about a child's welfare. She has completed training on a range of safeguarding issues, such as female genital mutilation. n The childminder has a thorough understanding of the learning and development requirements. She understands how to identify children's starting points and how to build educational programmes around children's interests. The childminder has plans for a wide range of exciting experiences and outings, which she will tailor to support children's individual needs. The childminder

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knows how to use observation and assessment effectively to ensure that all children make good progress. She understands how to identify any emerging gaps in children's learning and how to access support, to help to ensure that children do not fall behind. n The childminder understands the importance of working with parents. She has effective strategies in place to share information with parents. This will enable them to be involved in their children's learning at home. n The childminder understands that she must constantly evaluate her practice. She has identified that she would like to build on her knowledge about how children learn. She believes that this will help to raise the quality of her teaching and, therefore, the quality of education for children. n The childminder provides an inclusive service. She understands her role in supporting children who speak English as an additional language. She discusses

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the importance of giving children opportunities to practise and develop their communication skills. n The childminder understands how to promote children's good health. She discusses how she will encourage children to be involved in the preparation of healthy meals. The childminder recognises the importance of supporting children's good oral health. She plans to ensure children have access to fresh air and outside spaces every day. n The childminder understands how to effectively manage children's behaviour. She recognises the importance of helping children to build their resilience and to learn to manage their feelings appropriately. She is aware of a range of positive strategies which might help to avert challenging behaviours.

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This provision does not meet requirements

8 February 2022 There were no children in the early years age range present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no early years children present, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states whether the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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Due date

complete and maintain a paediatric first- aid qualification. 05/04/2022

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY554742 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 10174468 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018 and lives in Garstang. She operates all year round from 6am to 6pm, five days a week, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She holds a degree level qualification.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since the COVID- 19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in her evaluation of the setting. n The childminder provided a selection of documentation which was viewed by the inspector. n The childminder and inspector completed a tour of the premises and discussed how areas accessed by children will be maintained. n A selection of toys and resources was viewed by the inspector. n The childminder and inspector discussed safeguarding and welfare requirements, and the inspector took into consideration the suitability checks undertaken. n The childminder discussed with the inspector how she intends to plan and deliver educational programmes for children, and how observation and assessment will inform this.

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Inspection activities

8 February 2022 We carried out this inspection under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of provision that is registered on the Early Years Register. The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children's learning, development and care, known as the early years foundation stage.

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Inspection activities

8 February 2022 regulates and inspects to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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