Childminder in Oxfordshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder discusses how she intends to organise a curriculum that will focus on boosting children's confidence and independence. She understands how to help prepare children for starting school, such as developing their positive attitudes towards learning. The childminder discusses previous activities she has carried out with children to promote their learning, such as cooking and art activities. n Through discussion, the childminder explains how she has previously worked with parents. She explains how she shared information to encourage children's progress and the good benefit of close, professional relationships to promote children's safety and well-being. n The childminder talks about how she intends to support children to grow up with an understanding of the diverse world that they live in. She discusses the importance of answering children's questions and exposing them to differences and similarities that enable them to feel secure about their own identities.

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n The childminder explains ways that she intends to support children's emotional well-being. She talks about previous activities where she has listened to children and ensured that they have a voice and feel valued. She reflects on how this can contribute towards their positive self-esteem. n Through continued professional development, the childminder has maintained her enthusiasm and knowledge of how to support children's learning. For example, she has learned about children's schemas. The childminder found training about supporting babies' development beneficial in enabling her to consider how she will adapt and expand her curriculum in the future. The childminder has a positive attitude towards building on her knowledge and skills. n The childminder has an extensive awareness of how to keep children safe in her care. She can readily identify the signs and symptoms that might indicate children are at risk of harm. The childminder knows how to report any such

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This provision meets requirements

concerns to the relevant local safeguarding children partners. She takes steps to maintain the safety of her home for young children. For example, the childminder has stairgates to close off the kitchen which could be hazardous.

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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 2524494 Local authority Oxfordshire Inspection number 10208208 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 May 2019. She lives in Bicester. The childminder provides care from 8am to 4pm, Monday to Wednesday, during term time.

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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 setting and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The inspector discussed with the provider what their intentions are for the curriculum of learning for children. n The inspector looked at policies and documents the provider plans to use when caring for children. n The inspector confirmed there was evidence of the suitability of the childminder and co-childminders and household members by looking at the Disclosure and Barring Service checks. n All areas of the home that are used for childminding were viewed and the risk assessment discussed.

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Inspection activities

23 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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Inspection activities

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