Childminder in Cornwall

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder knows how to plan his environment and activities to support children in their development. The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents. He explains how he will seek information on children's starting points to know how to plan for their next stages of learning. He has an online system to share information on children's care and development, to support them at home and in his setting. n The childminder is aware of the requirement for him to provide parents with a written progress check of their children's development between two and three years old. He explains how he would use this to ensure children receive any additional help they need, as soon as possible, to help them catch up. n The childminder is clear about how he would help children to manage their behaviour. He comments on the importance of being a role model and knows how to teach children right from wrong. The childminder knows how to ensure

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he provides an inclusive setting. He understands how to help children to develop positive attitudes to peoples' differences. n The childminder knows how to support children with a healthy lifestyle. He intends to ensure they have plenty of exercise and rest. He explains how he would help them to have hygienic practices and how he will meet the needs of babies. n The childminder continues to work with his co-minders and their assistant to evaluate their practice and make continuous improvements. He has maintained his required training, such as paediatric first aid. However, he has not been as proactive in his professional development to extend his knowledge of child development. n The childminder maintains his training in safeguarding to keep his knowledge up to date. He knows what to be aware of, including wider aspects of safeguarding children, such as internet safety. He has guidance and contact details to know

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who to report any concerns to. The childminder knows how to make daily checks of his premises to assess any risks and remove any potential hazards. He understands the importance of teaching to children to keep themselves safe. The childminder maintains his public liability insurance and has all required documentation ready to start minding again.

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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 EY273008 Local authority Cornwall Inspection number 10237342 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 6 December 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2003 and lives in Crofthandy, near Redruth, Cornwall. He works with his wife and daughter, and their assistant.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider 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 of the provider. n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about their intentions for children's learning and showed them how they plan the play environment. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how they continue to meet the requirements. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and assessed the childminder's safeguarding knowledge.

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Inspection activities

11 May 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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