Childminder in Leicestershire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates, through discussion, a good understanding of how to encourage children to behave in a positive way. She explains how she will reinforce children's positive behaviour by praising and encouraging them. The childminder explains how she will make sure children know what her expectations are for behaviour when she is caring for them. n The childminder understands how to have a positive partnership with parents. She explains how she will ensure messages from school to home are always passed on. The childminder explains that she will speak to parents at the end of the day when they collect their children and let them know what they have been doing and what they have eaten. The childminder finds out all about children from their parents before they start with her. She explains this helps children to settle quickly, as the childminder knows what they like and enjoy. n The childminder understands the importance of encouraging children to be

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healthy. She explains how children will have the opportunity to visit local parks and green spaces. The childminder explains how she will provide opportunities for children to access her secure garden. She demonstrates a good understanding of how to provide healthy snacks for children. The childminder explains how she will ensure fresh drinking water is always available. n The childminder has a positive attitude towards her continuing professional development. Since her last inspection, she has attended training to develop her knowledge and skills, particularly in the area of safeguarding. The childminder seeks advice and support if required, for example, from the early years team for her local authority. n The childminder has a secure understanding of how to protect children from harm. She recognises the signs and symptoms of abuse and knows who to report her concerns to. The childminder knows what to do if an allegation is

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made against herself or a family member. She understands what the 'Prevent' duty is and how children's behaviour may change if they are at risk of radicalisation.

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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 EY442464 Local authority Leicestershire Inspection number 10075090 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 5 Date of previous inspection 7 April 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2012. She lives in Anstey, Leicestershire. She operates before school from 7.30am to 8.45am and after school from 3pm to 6pm. In the school holidays, she operates from 7.30am to 6pm except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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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 childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable. n The childminder explained how she works in partnership with parents. n The inspector checked the childminder's understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements.

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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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