Childminder in Wakefield

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a robust understanding of the signs and symptoms of abuse. She has a policy in place that outlines the procedures she would follow should she have concerns about a child and their welfare. The childminder keeps herself informed of the latest child protection issues and updates her knowledge through regular training. The childminder explains how she teaches children to keep themselves safe. For example, she describes how during mealtimes, she will cut grapes into small pieces before children eat them. n The childminder holds public liability insurance and a current paediatric first-aid certificate. All of the required documentation for the safe and efficient management of her provision is well organised. The childminder explains how she will complete thorough risk assessments of her home, outdoor space and the different places which she will take children to. n The childminder understands the importance of planning stimulating activities

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for different age groups of children. She discusses how she will use children's interests and learning needs to provide enjoyable experiences. The childminder explains that she will challenge children's thinking and promote their overall development. She knows her statutory responsibility to complete a written summary of children's development when they are aged between two and three years. n The childminder discusses how she plans to develop children's social skills and confidence. For example, she will take children to local playgroups and out and about in the local area, to enable children to meet and interact with other children and adults. n The childminder knows her responsibility towards developing children's communication and language skills. She talks about how she will plan for children to sing, learn rhymes, share books and hear new language through their time with her. n The childminder talks about how she will encourage children's physical

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development. She discusses how she can use furniture to enable babies, who want to begin to walk, to pull themselves upright and begin to move. The childminder discusses how the different inclines and surfaces of her garden can support children's balance and control of their movements. n The childminder is aware of the need to evaluate her practice, develop her skills and keep her knowledge up to date. She plans to invite children and parents to contribute to the evaluation of her services. n The childminder discusses the importance of providing children with an understanding of keeping themselves healthy and developing their self-care skills. She explains how she will support children to develop their independence skills. For example, the childminder describes the different ways she will encourage children to learn to put their coats on. n The childminder understands how to manage children's behaviour in a positive

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way. She describes the strategies she will use to help to build children's confidence and self-esteem. The childminder recognises the significance of

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This provision meets requirements

22 July 2022 teaching children to be respectful to each other.

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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 EY427889 Local authority Wakefield Inspection number 10072162 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 6 Date of previous inspection 18 August 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2011. She lives in Osset, West Yorkshire. The childminder operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm Monday to Thursday, and from 7.30am to 3.30pm on Friday, except for family holidays and bank holidays. She holds an early years qualification at level 3. The childminder is registered to provide funded early education 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 childminder discussed with the inspector how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children. n Evidence of the childminder's public liability insurance, training certificates, the childminder's suitability and the suitability of all people living on the premises was checked by the inspector. n The inspector looked at policies and documents the childminder will use when caring for children and discussed self-evaluation plans. n The inspector had a tour of the areas of the premises and outdoor area where childcare will be provided. She also viewed and discussed the available resources.

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22 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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