Childminder in Wolverhampton

This provision meets requirements

n Safeguarding is effective. The childminder is knowledgeable about child protection, including female genital mutilation and the 'Prevent' duty. She is aware of the procedures to follow should she have concerns about children in her care. n The childminder ensures the provision is suitable for the education and care of children. She confidently explains procedures which promote effective hygiene. For example, visitors cover their outdoor shoes before entering the home and regular cleaning reduces the risk of illness. n The childminder is confident to complete observations to assess children's development. She understands the importance of talking to children to plan activities, which build on what children know and can do. n The childminder demonstrates secure knowledge of the importance of working in partnerships with other agencies to support children's individual needs. She understands her role in effectively monitoring children's development to identify

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children who may be at risk of falling behind in their learning. The childminder is experienced in supporting children with special educational needs and/or disabilities and those who speak English an additional language. n The childminder understands how to positively promote children's behaviour. She understands the importance of being a good role model for children. The childminder is aware of the importance of giving children praise to promote positive behaviours and to help develop good attitudes for learning. n The childminder understands her responsibilities in teaching children about healthy lifestyles. She demonstrates clear knowledge of the importance of exercise, healthy eating, and rest. She is mindful of procedures to promote oral health. For example, the childminder highlights the importance of providing children with a balanced diet, free from sugary drinks. The childminder is aware of healthy eating resources to share with parents about what foods children

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should be eating in their diets, and in what proportions. n The childminder understands the importance of a collaborative approach, when working with local schools. She knows to liaise with teachers when children attend two provisions to ensure the best outcomes for learning and development. The childminder demonstrates how she can enhance children's learning during wraparound care. For example, the childminder places emphasis on providing literature which underpins topics being taught at school. n The childminder is aware of the areas she wishes to develop to help improve her provision. For example, to further promote healthy eating, the childminder plans to attend training to enhance her knowledge of food safety. Currently she does not prepare or handle food. n The childminder explains the benefits of working closely with parents. She identifies the importance of sharing children's progress with parents and

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This provision meets requirements

22 March 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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Setting details

Unique reference number EY481835 Local authority Wolverhampton Inspection number 10219875 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 26 August 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014. She lives in Wolverhampton. The childminder has an appropriate level 3 qualification in childcare, learning and development.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the setting received since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation. n The childminder and the inspector completed a tour of the premises. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder. n Relevant documentation was reviewed by the inspector, including evidence of the suitability, safeguarding policy, accident and medication forms.

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Inspection activities

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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22 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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