Childminder in Nottinghamshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder maintains a safe and welcoming environment for children to play and learn in. She plans to use her understanding of child development to challenge children and help them to make the best possible progress. The childminder explains how she intends to prepare children for school. For example, she will support their independence and self-confidence. She will help children socialise and be confident in larger groups. n Through discussion, the childminder describes how she intends to help children settle in her care. She demonstrates a good understanding of the importance of getting to know children and their individual personalities. The childminder intends to build secure and trusting relationships with all children, to help them gain a strong sense of belonging while in her care. n The childminder understands the benefits of establishing positive relationships with parents. She explains the importance of providing children with continuity in

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their care. The childminder intends to keep parents up to date about their children's learning, and share ideas for supporting their children's learning at home. n The childminder demonstrates sound understanding of the importance of creating positive partnerships with other professionals. For example, she intends to share information about children's next steps in their learning with other settings the children may attend. n The childminder understands the importance of teaching children to manage their own feelings and behaviour. She explains how she will help children to understand the behaviours expected from them. The childminder intends to help children to develop their social skills and learn to be tolerant and kind to each other. n The childminder discusses the importance of promoting children's health and well-being through healthy snacks and regular opportunities to be active outdoors. She explains how children will develop confidence, as they will be

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This provision meets requirements

encouraged to be independent and learn personal care skills, including good hygiene procedures. n The childminder reflects on her practice to identify areas for further development. She recognises the need to continually improve and update her skills and knowledge. For example, although there are currently no children on roll with special educational needs and/or disabilities, she sources training to help keep her informed. n The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of her role and responsibility to safeguard children and the policies and procedures to follow. This includes recognising signs and symptoms of abuse and the actions to take to protect children. The childminder is able to confidently discuss wider safeguarding issues, such as female genital mutilation and her understanding of the 'Prevent' duty guidance.

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This provision meets requirements

25 August 2022 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 EY454590 Local authority Nottinghamshire County Council Inspection number 10075303 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 16 May 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in Bramcote, Nottinghamshire. She operates all year round, from 7am to 7pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides 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 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 their evaluation of the setting. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how she ensures they are safe and suitable. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about how she intends to deliver the educational programme for children. n Written documentation was reviewed. This included the childminder's policies and procedures, public liability insurance and first-aid certificates.

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Inspection activities

25 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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25 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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