Naylor, Zoe

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n The childminder understands how children learn and develop. She explains how she will use children's prior knowledge and interests to help her to plan learning opportunities. n The childminder understands the importance of sharing books and reading stories regularly with children. She explains how this will help children to develop a love of reading. n The childminder explains how she will encourage children to be independent. For example, she describes how she will support children to learn how to put on their coat and shoes, and how to use a knife and fork. n The childminder understands the importance of supporting children to manage their feelings and behaviour. She explains how she will encourage them to share, take turns and talk about their emotions. n Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates that she recognises the importance of seeking children's views. She explains how she will engage them

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in planning activities. For example, the childminder will involve children in deciding what to cook and visiting the local shop to buy the ingredients. n The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of the importance of strong partnerships with parents. She explains how this will support children's development and well-being. n The childminder provides a safe environment. She understands the need to assess risks. For example, the childminder explains how she will check the outdoor area for safety before children play outside. She describes how she will organise the environment to meet the needs of children. For example, the childminder will offer children a broad range of accessible resources to choose from. n The childminder understands her responsibilities to ensure that all children are safe. She knows the actions she must take if she has a concern about a child's welfare or safety. The childminder has a secure knowledge of broader

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safeguarding issues, such as grooming and online safety. n The childminder understands the importance of evaluating her practice to help her improve. She describes how she will seek the opinions of parents and children to help her reflect on her practice. The childminder keeps her knowledge up to date through online training.

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This provision meets requirements

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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Setting details

Unique reference number 311065 Local authority Kirklees Inspection number 10218659 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 2 August 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1998 and lives in Golcar, Huddersfield. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder is registered to provide funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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 their evaluation of the setting. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about her intentions for children's learning. n The inspector viewed the provision, and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises with the childminder. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation.

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28 March 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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28 March 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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