Childminder in Rotherham

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder explains her role and responsibilities to protect children's welfare. She has policies and procedures in place to help children stay healthy and safe. The childminder regularly updates her training to help her identify any potential risks of harm to children in her care and to know what action to take. n The childminder understands the basic skills children need to learn in readiness for their future learning. She recognises the importance of identifying any gaps in children's learning and addressing these. n The childminder knows how to plan a range of play activities for children of different ages and abilities. For example, she has a wide variety of books. She values the frequent use of songs and rhymes to support the development of children's communication and language. n The childminder is aware of the importance of supporting children to develop respect for others and to be kind. She promotes positive behaviour and good

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manners, including saying 'please' and 'thank you'. n The childminder talks about how she prioritises developing good relationships with parents. She recognises the importance of collecting information about children's abilities, routines and preferences to help plan for their individual care and learning. The childminder values exchanging information with other settings attended by the children in her care. n The childminder knows how to support children's health and well-being. For example, she provides daily opportunities for children to enjoy fresh air and exercise and follows good hygiene practices. n The childminder talks about how she identifies any improvements to her childminding provision. This includes taking account of the views of parents and children.

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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 302914 Local authority Rotherham Inspection number 10117200 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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Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5 Date of previous inspection 15 June 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1998 and lives in Kiveton Park, Sheffield. She operates from 7.30am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, during term time.

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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 looked at the childminder's policies and procedures about safeguarding children and her complaints procedures. The childminder talked about how to keep the children in her care safe from harm. n The childminder showed the inspector around the premises. She talked about how she uses indoor and outdoor spaces and resources to support children's learning and development. n The childminder explained how she works in partnership with parents and others involved in children's care. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she identifies and brings about any necessary improvements. n The inspector looked at documentation, including evidence of the suitability of

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adults in the household, public liability insurance and the childminder's paediatric first-aid certificate.

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12 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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