Childminder in Leicester

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder has not followed the correct procedures to provide Ofsted with information about all people who live and work on the premises. This means that the checks for these people have not been completed to verify their suitability. This potentially compromises the safety and welfare of children. n The childminder shows an understanding of how to identify signs and symptoms that may suggest a child is at risk of harm. She knows where to report concerns about children's safety or if an allegation of abuse is made against herself or her family. n The childminder explains how she will support children to settle into her care when they first start attending. She understands the need to provide toys and equipment for children to follow their interests and development needs. The childminder is aware to encourage parents to bring comforters for their children from home. n The childminder explains how she will offer children healthy food and drinks. She

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understands the importance of providing nutritious and balanced diets and intends to provide children with fresh fruit to eat and water to drink. n The childminder explains how she will support children to manage their behaviour. She plans to praise children for their achievements and encourage them to share and take turns with others. n The childminder demonstrates an understanding of how to provide a curriculum to support children's progress. She understands the importance of following children's interests and using observations and assessments to help identify what they need to learn next. n The childminder understands how to support children's communication and language skills. For example, she intends to sing songs and rhymes with children, read them stories and ask older children questions. n The childminder explains how she intends to support children's physical development. For example, she intends to take older children to parks to use

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larger equipment. The childminder explains how she will support babies to sit up, crawl and walk. n The childminder plans to support children to learn skills for the future. For example, she will encourage them to be independent. She intends to encourage younger children to use cutlery to feed themselves and will involve older children in the preparation of snacks and meals. n The childminder explains how she will share information with parents about children's learning and development. For example, she plans to send them photos of activities children are engaged in. She is aware of the importance of supporting parents to continue children's learning at home.

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This provision does not meet requirements

22 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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Due date

ensure that Ofsted is provided with the necessary information to carry out suitability checks on all adults who live or work on the premises where childminding takes place. 06/10/2022

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY436769 Local authority Leicester Inspection number 10074978 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 2 Date of previous inspection 17 March 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in Leicester. She operates during school term time, from 7am until 4pm, Monday to Friday, except for 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 their evaluation of the provision. n The inspector and childminder had a tour of the areas of the premises used by children and discussed the equipment and toys available. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the curriculum for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning. n The inspector discussed policies and procedures with the childminder and viewed documentation that she uses when caring for children. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder and took account of evidence of suitability for persons living in the household.

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Inspection activities

22 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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Inspection activities

22 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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