Childminder in Knowsley

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has excellent knowledge of how to keep children safe. She confidently explains signs and symptoms of abuse and factors that can affect children's well-being. The childminder knows the correct procedures to follow if she has concerns about a child. Furthermore, she ensures that she keeps her knowledge of local procedures up to date at all times. n The childminder confidently explains how she adapts the environment in her home to meet the needs of all ages of children. She knows to provide age- appropriate resources and challenging learning opportunities. The childminder explains how she incorporates practical learning into her curriculum, while maintaining a home-from-home, calming environment. n The childminder provides specific examples of how she has previously supported children who need extra help in their learning. She explains how she has implemented strategies successfully, to help children's listening and

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concentration skills. The childminder places focus on reading to children to help them develop a love of books. n The childminder recognises that children learn most effectively through play. She uses children's interests and preferences in play to support further learning. For example, the childminder explains how she uses favourite toys in planned and purposeful games, to support children's colour recognition and counting skills. n The childminder has exceptional knowledge of how she supports children to develop positive behaviours and attitudes to learning. She explains, in detail, what she does to teach children appropriate ways to behave and to have a go at new things. Furthermore, she explains how she helps older children to resolve or find solutions to disputes themselves. n Healthy food is available for children to eat. The area is organised so that children can sit together at the dining table to eat their lunch. The childminder

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supports children's awareness of healthy eating and good manners. n The childminder incorporates opportunities for children to practise self-help skills into her curriculum. She ensures that she supports these developing skills frequently. These include learning to put on coats and shoes, washing hands and turn taking. The childminder explains that these are important skills children need to master, to be ready for their next stage in learning. n The childminder shares information with other settings children attend. She knows the importance of supporting smooth transitions and continuity of learning between settings. n The childminder values the importance of celebrating all children's backgrounds and home languages. She ensures that she understands key words and phrases used by children to support positive communication. n The childminder sees parents as partners in children's learning. From the first

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day, she provides parents with information about what she has been helping their children to achieve. The childminder confidently explains how she fosters open and honest two-way conversations with parents.

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This provision meets requirements

6 September 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 2538367 Local authority Knowsley Metropolitan Borough Council Inspection number 10215271 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 Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2019 and lives in Prescot, Merseyside. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays.

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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 setting. n The inspector spoke to the childminder about her knowledge and understanding of keeping children safe. n The inspector looked at relevant documents, including paediatric first-aid certificates. n The childminder explained how she works in partnership with parents to support children's development. n The childminder explained how she plans and organises her curriculum. n The inspector viewed areas of the premises used for childminding.

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6 September 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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6 September 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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