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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Childminder in Nottinghamshire

Inspected 13 Apr 2022 · published 11 May 2022 · URN 253001

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  • Inspection date verified

    13 Apr 2022

  • Inspectors verified

    Hayley Ruane

  • Overall effectivenesssingle source

    Met

  • Previous overall verified

    Good

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder report

  • URN verified

    253001

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  • OverallMet

90% of comparable inspections in the last three years were graded Met (3,163 inspections).

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−22Mixedmore positive than 14% of reports of this type graded Met
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What needs to improveAbout the inspection positive critical

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Pages
5
Words of findings
441
longer than usual (typical 350)
Reading level
Fairly hard
Flesch 59, typical 47
Average sentence
16 words
Next steps
8
typical 8
Hedged sentences
0%
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What needs to improve 51%About the inspection 49%

Full report text

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder knows the signs and symptoms that may suggest a child is at risk of harm or radicalisation. She knows where to report concerns about children's safety or if an allegation of abuse is made against herself. n The childminder explains how she will keep children safe when they are in her care. For example, she will talk to children about road safety. The childminder intends to find out about children's dietary and medical needs when they first start attending. She recognises how this information will help her to meet children's individual health needs. n The childminder explains how she intends to manage children's behaviour. For example, she will talk to children about the rules and boundaries in her home. The childminder explains how she will give children verbal praise for their achievements. She plans to encourage children to share and take turns, for example, when they play board games.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder holds a valid paediatric first-aid qualification. This gives her the knowledge to act appropriately in the event of an emergency. n The childminder plans to work in partnership with parents. She intends to talk to parents and share photos with them of activities children enjoy. The childminder intends to pass on any messages to parents from school teachers. n The childminder explains how she intends to complement the learning experiences that children receive during their day at school. n The childminder explains how she will promote children's good health. For example, she will offer children healthy foods after their day at school. She will talk to children about oral hygiene, such as to make sure that they clean their teeth in the morning before they go to school. She will make ensure that children have opportunities to be physically active. n The childminder explains how she will encourage children to be independent. For

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This provision meets requirements

example, she will ask children to take off their shoes and coats by themselves and to pour their own drinks. n The childminder understands how to provide a safe environment for children. She plans to undertake risk assessments of her home and to remove any identified hazards prior to children arriving.

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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 253001 Local authority Nottinghamshire County Council Inspection number 10231709 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 4 Date of previous inspection 1 September 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1996 and lives in Edwalton, Nottinghamshire. She operates during school term time. Sessions are from 7.15am until 8.50am and from 3.25pm until 5.30pm, Monday to Thursday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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 inspector had a tour of the areas of the premises used by children and discussed the equipment and toys available. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder. She reviewed a sample of documentation, such as policies and procedures. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder.

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Inspection activities

13 April 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

13 April 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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