Childminder in Devon

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands how to safeguard children. She knows the appropriate reporting procedures to follow in the event of any concerns about a child's welfare. n The childminder has a knowledge of the learning and development requirements, including the progress check for children aged between two and three years. Through discussion, she demonstrates how she will observe and assess children. She understands how to refer children for additional support should they need it. n The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents. She describes the importance of getting to know new children before they start through discussion with their parents. She describes how she will continue to share information about children's learning and development on a regular basis. n The childminder explains how she will extend children's learning through play, encouraging them to be active in their own learning and to make connections in

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their thinking. n The childminder knows how to promote positive behaviour and to support children when they experience difficulties. She describes how she encourages children to develop independence skills. n The childminder describes how she will support children's understanding of healthy lifestyles. She knows the importance of physical exercise, healthy diets, handwashing and good oral hygiene. n The childminder knows how to reflect on her practice and identify areas for improvement. She has procedures in place to gain feedback from parents and children, in order to involve them in the process.

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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 2518284 Local authority Devon Inspection number 10207957 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 3 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 Ottery St. Mary, Devon. The childminder offers care from 8am to 4pm on Wednesday and Thursday during term time only. She is qualified to level 3 in childcare and education.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection of the setting since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic and has taken that into account in her evaluation of the setting. n The childminder showed the inspector the areas of the premises that children will use and discussed the equipment and toys available. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the curriculum for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning. n The childminder showed the inspector the policies and procedures and documentation that she uses when caring for children. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder and took account of evidence of suitability for persons living in the household. n The inspector and childminder had a discussion on how she evaluates her provision and plans for improvement.

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Inspection activities

8 July 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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