Childminder in Devon

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder knows how to provide a well-sequenced curriculum. She establishes children's starting points after enrolment and identifies next steps of development. The childminder understands how to support children in working towards their next steps to help them make progress. She provides a safe and well-resourced environment, so that children can access equipment easily and follow their own interests. n The childminder has a range of policies and procedures, which are shared with parents online. She works to keep informed of current legislation and seeks external support from outside agencies when required. The childminder identifies areas of professional development as part of her own self-reflection. She accesses regular training through the local authority, which keeps her practice up to date. n The childminder understands the importance of building secure relationships with children and making them feel secure. She has high expectations of

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behaviour and discusses how she teaches them about sharing, respect and kindness. The childminder shares information and works in collaboration with parents to deliver a consistent approach, however, she does not yet share information with other settings children attend. n The childminder appreciates the value in supporting children to live healthy and active lives. She offers opportunity for children to eat nutritious meals, learn about oral health and ensures they have access to various equipment inside and outside of the setting to further their physical development. n The childminder demonstrates her knowledge and understanding of how to keep children safe. She knows what to do and who to contact if she had any concerns regarding a child's welfare. The childminder knows how to risk assess her home, including all trips outside the setting, to ensure the children's safety. She maintains her paediatric first-aid certificate, so she can administer first aid for

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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 EY415390 Local authority Devon Inspection number 10074580 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 18 January 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2010 and lives in Avonwick, Devon. The childminder provides care, from Monday to Friday from 7am until 7pm, all year round, except public holidays. The childminder has a relevant childcare qualification at level 3.

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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 spoke with the childminder about her chosen curriculum and her understanding of the early years foundation stage. n The inspector checked evidence of suitability and qualifications of the childminder and household members. n The inspector discussed the childminder's understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements and the systems she has in place to help keep children safe. n The inspector viewed all areas used when caring for children and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises.

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Inspection activities

18 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

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