Childminder in Wakefield

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a clear understanding of how to safeguard children and protect them from harm. She understands how to recognise the signs and symptoms of abuse. The childminder is clear on the procedures to follow should she have a concern about a child's welfare. She knows how to respond in the event an allegation is made against her or a member of the household. n The childminder understands how to carry out effective risk assessments. She has clear procedures in place that help her to identify and minimise hazards to children. The childminder is clear on how to make the areas of the premises children access safe and secure. n The childminder has high expectations of what children can achieve. She plans to provide an ambitious curriculum that helps to build on children's knowledge and skills. The childminder explains how she intends to bring the individual needs and interests of all children into the educational programmes.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder plans to monitor children's progress through her ongoing observations and assessments of their learning, during play. She describes how she will use this information to identify any gaps in their development and decide on their next steps. She explains how this will help children make good levels of progress and be well prepared for their future learning. n The childminder describes how she plans to provide an inclusive setting that truly promotes the uniqueness of each child that attends. She plans to work collaboratively with parents and other professionals, to share ideas and best practice. The childminder explains how this will help to ensure children receive the exact support that they need. n The childminder has a clear understanding of how to develop children's communication, language and literacy skills. She plans to do this by providing a language-rich environment, where children are encouraged to talk and

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This provision meets requirements

communicate during play. The childminder understands the importance of developing children's vocabulary and emerging language skills, through reading and singing daily. n The childminder plans to enrich children's lives and social skills by providing them with new experiences beyond their own. For example, she plans to take children to local groups, where they can learn to play with others. She plans to take them on nature walks, where they can explore the natural world. n The childminder places importance on teaching children how to be kind, caring and considerate towards others. She plans to do this by consistently reinforcing clear boundaries and expectations of their behaviour. n The childminder explains how she plans to evaluate her provision to identify ways to improve outcomes for children and their families. She values the importance of keeping her professional development up to date, to help

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This provision meets requirements

8 July 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 320336 Local authority Wakefield Inspection number 10117271 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 5 September 2014

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1997 and lives in Wakefield. She opens Monday to Friday, all year round, except for bank holidays and family holidays. Sessions are from 8am until 6pm. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3. She offers funded early education places for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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 setting and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises with the childminder. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about her curriculum plans and 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

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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Inspection activities

8 July 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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