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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Childminder in Wokingham

Inspected 12 Aug 2022 · published 9 Sept 2022 · URN 148533

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  • Inspection date verified

    12 Aug 2022

  • Inspectors verified

    Ingrid Howell

  • Overall effectivenesssingle source

    Met

  • Previous overall verified

    Good

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder report

  • URN verified

    148533

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  • OverallMet

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−33Criticalmore positive than 9% of reports of this type graded Met
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What needs to improveAbout the inspection positive critical

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Pages
5
Words of findings
350
about usual (typical 350)
Reading level
Hard
Flesch 43, typical 47
Average sentence
18 words
Next steps
8
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Hedged sentences
5%
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What needs to improve 45%About the inspection 55%

Full report text

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of how to plan a curriculum that meets the needs of all children. She understands the importance of assessing children's learning to identify any emerging gaps. n The childminder recognises the value of building good relationships with parents and staff at other settings that children attend. She appreciates the importance of sharing information with them about children's learning and development to ensure continuity of care. n The childminder is aware of the significance of helping children to understand the value of leading a healthy lifestyle. For instance, through regular exercise and following robust hygiene practises. n The childminder knows the importance of teaching children to value and respect others. She acknowledges that rules and boundaries are essential in helping children understand why some behaviours are acceptable and others are not.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of her roles and responsibilities in safeguarding children. She completes regular training to help her to quickly identify the signs that might indicate that a child is at risk of harm. For instance, the signs of exploitation, neglect, and female genital mutilation. n The childminder understands the importance of completing regular checks of her home to help identify and eliminate any potential risks. She knows the importance of teaching children how to keep themselves safe. For example, during outings away from her home. n The childminder acknowledges the importance of seeking the views of parents, children, and other professionals to help evaluates her provision. She has completed all statutory training to ensure her knowledge and skills are kept up to date.

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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 148533 Local authority Wokingham Inspection number 10219675 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 3 Date of previous inspection 15 August 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1993. She lives in Woodley, Berkshire. The childminder provides care before and after school only. She works Monday to Friday, term time only.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since the COVID- 19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in her evaluation of the provider. n The inspector looked at the documentation used by the childminder, including evidence of the suitability of adults in the household, public liability insurance and evidence of paediatric first-aid training. n The inspector asked the childminder how she would plan a curriculum to meet the needs of all children. n Discussions were held to enable the inspector to establish the childminder's knowledge of how to safeguard children.

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Inspection activities

12 August 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

12 August 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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