Bridgwater, Stacy

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has experience in caring for children under five. She understands the requirements of the early years foundation stage, and knows how to plan activities to meet the needs of individual children. The childminder has a range of age-appropriate resources, which take into account all seven areas of learning. She recognises the importance of observation and assessment to measure children's progress. n The childminder's home is safe and free from hazards. She intends to complete regular risk assessments of children's play areas to ensure they remain suitable for young children. n The childminder is passionate about supporting children's mental health and well-being. She has attended training to improve her knowledge in this area. She describes how she will promote positive behaviours, and aims to provide an environment which is supportive and nurturing. n The childminder understands the importance of children's physical health. She

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has a large garden, which is safe and secure, and she describes how this will be included in her planning, to encourage children to exercise. There are plenty of green areas nearby, and the childminder is keen to make use of these. In addition, she will provide healthy meals and snacks. She holds a recent food hygiene certificate. n The childminder values partnership working with parents, and she intends to involve parents in their children's learning. She has paperwork and policies to support thorough induction processes, to help children settle once they arrive. The childminder understands the importance of working with the local schools. n The childminder values equality and diversity. She intends to provide an inclusive practice. She has attended autism spectrum disorder training to further develop her understanding, and maximise inclusion. She plans to involve cultural celebrations and events as part of her curriculum.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder is ambitious. She is committed to reflecting on her practice and keeping her knowledge updated. She attends regular training, and works with local childminder groups and the local authority. n The childminder understands how to keep children safe. She recognises the signs that could indicate that a child is in danger of harm, and knows how to report any concerns. She intends to share information about safeguarding issues, such as internet safety with parents, and to plan activities which will help children to learn how to keep themselves safe. The childminder holds an up-to- date paediatric first-aid certificate.

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21 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 EY462739 Local authority Birmingham Inspection number 10116223 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 27 July 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014. She lives in the Harbourne area of Birmingham. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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 childminder and took that into account in the evaluation of the childminder. n The inspector toured the premises, indoors and outdoors, and looked at the range of toys and resources. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder, to evaluate her understanding of the requirements of the early years foundation stage. n The inspector checked documentation, to determine the suitability of the childminder and persons living in the household.

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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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21 June 2022 21 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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