Childminder in Doncaster

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder knows how to safeguard children and protect them from harm. She understands the signs that would indicate that a child might be at risk of abuse. The childminder is clear on the procedures to follow should she have concerns about a child, or in the event an allegation is made. n The childminder is clear about how to make the areas of the premises children access safe and secure. She has procedures in place to complete risk assessments and understands how to minimise hazards to children. n The childminder describes how she will place an importance on children developing their social skills. She explains how she will take children on outings in the local area, such as visits to the library, community playgroups and the park. The childminder values the importance of providing these experiences to help to develop children's confidence in new social situations. n The childminder discusses how she will teach children to be kind, caring and

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respectful. She plans to do this by reinforcing consistent expectations of their behaviour, and teaching them about different feelings and emotions. n The childminder understands how children learn. She plans to provide an ambitious curriculum that helps to build on children's knowledge and skills over time. The childminder explains how the educational programmes will take account of children's interests and individual needs, including those children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. n The childminder plans to regularly observe and assess children's learning to help monitor their progress. She plans to use this to help identify any gaps in their development and next steps in learning. The childminder plans to share this information with parents and suggest ways to help promote their child's learning at home. n The childminder places a priority on working in partnership with parents and

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other professionals. For example, she plans to work closely with parents to help ensure continuity in their child's care and learning. The childminder plans to work collaboratively with other professionals to help promote a consistent approach and ensure that children's individual needs are met. n The childminder describes how she will focus on developing children's love of reading and literacy skills. She explains how she plans to provide children with daily opportunities to access a wide selection of books. The childminder understands the importance of reading to children each day to help develop their range of vocabulary, communication and language skills. n The childminder has a clear understanding of how to promote children's health. She plans to teach children about where foods come from and involve them in helping to prepare nutritious meals. The childminder plans to provide children with daily opportunities to take part in outdoor activities to help develop their

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This provision meets requirements

physical skills. n The childminder values the importance of keeping her professional development up to date. She explains how she evaluates her provision to help identify ways to improve outcomes for children.

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This provision meets requirements

13 June 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 317958 Local authority Doncaster Inspection number 10072854 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 12 July 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1997 and lives in Doncaster. She operates all year round from 8am to 5pm, Monday to Thursday, 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 inspector viewed the provision, and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises with the childminder. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about her intentions for children's learning. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to meet the safeguarding and welfare requirements when caring for children. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

13 June 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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13 June 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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