Childminder in Norfolk

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder shows a sound knowledge of how to keep children safe. Through discussion, she explains how to identify a child who might be at risk of harm and the appropriate action to take if she has concerns. She ensures she keeps up to date with safeguarding training and shows an awareness of wider safeguarding issues, such as county lines. n The childminder has a robust understanding of how children learn. She knows how to use observations and assessments to identify gaps in learning. She describes how she intends to review children's progress regularly to enable her to plan appropriate experiences to support their continuing development. n The childminder describes how she encourages children to be independent. She is clear about how to involve children in their own self-care, such as feeding themselves and washing their own hands. She has a good awareness of how to support children in their preparation for school.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a good understanding of how to promote children's health and well-being. Through discussion, she describes how she will support children to understand healthy lifestyles, including oral health. She describes how she intends to involve children in the process of growing fruit and vegetables. n Through discussion, the childminder describes how she encourages children to be physically active. She explains how she intends to use local amenities, such as parks and beaches, to widen the experiences of children. She understands how to create outdoor spaces where children are stimulated and have opportunities to develop their physical strength. n During the inspection, the childminder spoke about the importance of being a good role model to children to promote their positive behaviour. She explains how she will ensure children learn to share and take turns when they play. She indicates how she will support children to recognise and talk about how they are

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This provision meets requirements

feeling. n Through discussion, the childminder is able to demonstrate a commitment to forming strong partnerships with parents. She recognises the importance of working closely with them and sharing information regarding their child's care and learning. She is passionate about offering further support and advice to parents on a range of areas, including eating and sleeping. n The childminder understands the importance of keeping her knowledge and skills up to date by engaging with professional development. She shows an awareness of the importance of maintaining links with other professionals and the local authority to improve outcomes for children.

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This provision meets requirements

15 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 2565864 Local authority Norfolk Inspection number 10239185 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 0 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 2020. She operates Monday to Friday, from 8am until 5pm all year round, with the exception of bank holidays and family holidays.

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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 discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder. n The childminder showed the inspector areas of the premises that the children will use, both indoors and outdoors. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observations, assessment and planning. n The inspector sampled the childminder's documentation, including her training certificates. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to provide activities and experiences to support children's learning. n The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and household members.

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Inspection activities

15 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

15 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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