Childminder in Windsor and Maidenhead

Met

Previous inspection Not Met (with actions)

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has addressed all the actions raised at her last inspection. She has completed an appropriate paediatric first-aid qualification and now has up- to-date knowledge on how to treat children if they hurt themselves. Her knowledge of the requirements for responding to complaints and the local safeguarding children partnership procedures has been refreshed. n The childminder has undertaken a safeguarding training session and reviewed the multi-agency safeguarding hub information for her local authority. She demonstrates an awareness of what may indicate a child is at risk of harm and what she needs to do if an allegation is made against her or a member of her household. n The childminder has a clear understanding of how to ensure she provides an environment that provides children with variety and challenge in their learning and development. She demonstrates a secure knowledge of what children are

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able to do at different ages and stages. The childminder recognises how building on children's primary skills of communication, personal and social skills and physical development are key for supporting their ongoing learning. n The childminder demonstrates how she is able to identify gaps in children's development and the need to work with other professionals to close these. She is aware of the importance of ensuring children have time to play outside and have healthy meals. n The childminder recognises the importance of working in partnership with parents. She knows the requirement to share regular information with them to help provide a consistent approach. The childminder understands how reflecting on her practice and gaining the views of parents will help support her to develop her provision. n The childminder shares how she plans to promote good manners and positive behaviour. She recognises the importance of giving clear and consistent

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messages to promote children's awareness of what is expected of them, their respect of others and ability to share. n The childminder states how she uses risk assessments to identify potential hazards in her environment and minimises these, so it will safe and secure for children. She is able to talk about how she will ensure children are able to be physically active and how she will promote their good health.

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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 148824 Local authority Windsor and Maidenhead Inspection number 10238028 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 2 July 2021

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2001. She lives in Maidenhead, Berkshire. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about their intentions for children's learning, the activities they had to offer and the resources available. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request to demonstrate their compliance with the Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage.

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Inspection activities

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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22 July 2022 22 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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