Childminder in Oxfordshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder shows a sufficient understanding of how to ensure children's safety and health. For example, she has risk assessments in place for her home and recognises the importance of providing children with daily opportunities for fresh air and exercise. n The childminder is confident in her roles and responsibilities to safeguard children. She is aware of the signs, symptoms and indicators of abuse and knows the procedures to follow if she had any child protection concerns. n The childminder understands the importance of working in partnerships with parents and other professionals to support continuity of care. n The childminder understands ways to manage children's behaviour appropriately. She knows the importance of promoting children's self-esteem and confidence. For example, through regular praise and encouragement. n The childminder is reflective and has a clear vision for the future. She recognises

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the importance of keeping her training and skills up to date and does this successfully. For instance, the childminder has a current paediatric first-aid certificate.

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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 2554266 Local authority Oxfordshire Inspection number 10221610 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 and lives in Thame, Oxfordshire. She offers care Monday to Friday from 8am until 6pm, throughout the year. The childminder holds a relevant qualification at level 5.

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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 all areas of the premises which will be used by the children. n The inspector asked the childminder to discuss how they meet the needs of children. n A sample of documentation was viewed by the inspector, including progress checks, insurance and the childminder's qualifications. n The inspector spoke with the childminder about her role and understanding of safeguarding.

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Inspection activities

19 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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19 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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