Childminder in North Yorkshire

This provision meets requirements

n Children's safety is of high importance to the childminder. She understands how to keep children safe and protect their welfare. The childminder can identify the possible indicators of abuse and neglect. She knows the correct action to take should she have a concern about a child. She explains the steps she will take to provide an environment that is safe and hygienic for all children. n The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn and develop. She explains how she will provide a broad curriculum that considers children's ages and stages of development. She intends to provide activities that are tailored to meet children's individual learning needs and follow their interests. n The childminder recognises the importance of working in partnership with parents. She plans to share information about children's progress with their parents and help them to support their children's learning at home.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a good understanding of how to promote children's emotional attachments and positive relationships. She has good knowledge of behaviour management. The childminder discusses the strategies she will put in place to encourage children to be tolerant and respectful to others. She understands the importance of providing children with an inclusive setting that celebrates what makes children unique. n During the inspection, the childminder speaks about the importance of helping children to be independent. She intends to take every opportunity to teach children to do tasks for themselves, such as getting dressed, choosing resources and helping to tidy away. n The childminder realises how important it is to teach children about leading a healthy lifestyle. She demonstrates how she will provide healthy and nutritious meals for children. The childminder intends to provide plenty of opportunities for

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This provision meets requirements

children to play outside and take manageable risks in their play. n The childminder knows that it is important to reflect on her practice and keep up to date with current guidance and legislation. She describes how she regularly completes a wide range of training courses to ensure her knowledge is current.

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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 EY480273 Local authority North Yorkshire Inspection number 10229691 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 8 Date of previous inspection 1 November 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in the village of Newton Kyme on the outskirts of Tadcaster. She operates term time only from 7.30am to 9am and 3pm to 6pm, Monday to Thursday.

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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 childminder showed the inspector the areas of the premises that are used for childminding. n The childminder and inspector discussed how the childminder intends to deliver educational programmes for children. n The inspector reviewed with the childminder how she will safeguard children and how she will evaluate her provision to strive for continuous improvement. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, including the suitability of members of the household and paediatric first-aid qualifications. n The inspector viewed written feedback from parents to gain their thoughts and opinions about the setting.

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Inspection activities

23 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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