Childminder in Lancashire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a secure understanding of the skills that children require when they start school. She recognises the importance of children being able to manage their own needs. For example, the childminder explains how she will teach children to put on their own coats and shoes. She describes how she wants children to be confident and independent learners. n The importance of children developing positive relationships is the childminder's priority. She explains how she will teach children to share and to take turns in their play. The childminder understands the messages that children could be communicating through their behaviours. For example, the childminder describes how a child may behave differently if they are feeling anxious or tired. The childminder explains how she will support children to manage their emotions. n The childminder has a clear understanding of her responsibility to keep children

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safe. She is aware of the signs that may indicate children are at risk of abuse. She is confident about who to contact if she is concerned about a child's welfare. The childminder describes how she will ensure that children are kept safe and protected from harm when they go on outings in the community. For example, she will teach children to stay close to her when walking in crowds and what to do in an emergency. n The value of working with parents and other professionals is recognised by the childminder. For example, the childminder explains how she will share ideas with parents about how to support their children's learning at home. The childminder describes how she will seek advice from other professionals if she identifies children who need additional support. n The childminder has a secure understanding of the curriculum and how children learn. She plans to observe children's learning to identify their starting points

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and provide activities that will build on this over time. For example, she intends to use balance beams to promote children's physical skills and will adapt the way she uses them to target each child's needs. n Helping children to develop a love of books will be a key focus for the childminder. She has a wide range of books available and she intends to encourage children to look at these each day. She plans to teach them how to handle books carefully and plans to read and share stories with children every day. n The childminder is eager to keep her professional knowledge up to date and to refresh her understanding of teaching strategies. The childminder attends regular training and reflects on how she will adapt her practice to implement the things she has learned. For example, the childminder bought new resources that further support children's emotional well-being after receiving training on how these could be used to support children to talk about their feelings.

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This provision meets requirements

3 May 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 2529466 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 10221447 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 2019 and lives in Freckleton. The childminder operates all year round from 7am to 7pm, Monday to Sunday, all year round. She holds a relevant childcare qualification at level 6.

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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 childminder and has taken that into account in her evaluation of the setting. n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n Discussions were held with the childminder throughout the inspection. n The inspector reviewed some documents, including the childminder's first-aid certificate. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about their intentions for children's learning. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to meet the safeguarding and welfare requirements when minding children.

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3 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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3 May 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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