Childminder in Essex

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder is unable to demonstrate that she holds a current paediatric first-aid certificate. This is a breach of requirements. n The childminder is fully aware of her responsibility to keep children safe. She has completed safeguarding training and understands the different types of abuse and the signs which children may present with. The childminder knows how to record and report her concerns to the relevant agencies. n The childminder has a good understanding of child development and how children learn. She is aware of the different areas of learning and how she would promote these within the setting to provide a challenging curriculum for children. A good range of toys and resources are available to support children's progress. n The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents. This includes other professionals to support continuity of care and learning for children. She describes how she would provide daily verbal and

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written feedback to ensure that parents are involved in their children's learning and development. n Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates how she supports children to develop a healthy lifestyle. The childminder explains how she encourages children to play in the garden outside and be physically active. n The childminder has a good knowledge of how to support and develop children's communication and language skills. n The childminder understands the importance of having high expectations for children. She is aware that children need rules and boundaries in place to make them feel safe and secure. The childminder talks of the importance of reinforcing children's positive behaviour to develop their confidence and self-esteem. n The childminder understands how to promote diversity and inclusion within her setting, so that all children have a sense of belonging. She is aware of her responsibility to teach children about similarities and differences and to respect

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This provision does not meet 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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Due date

complete an approved course of training in paediatric first aid. 18/06/2022

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2516113 Local authority Essex Inspection number 10221440 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 4 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. She lives in Colchester and operates all year round, Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm. The childminder has a relevant early years qualification.

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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 setting. n The childminder showed the inspector around the premises and discussed how she ensures they are safe and suitable. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about her knowledge of safeguarding and the learning and development requirements.

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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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Inspection activities

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