Childminder in Doncaster

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a clear understanding of how to safeguard children. She knows the possible signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect. She has attended safeguarding training that keeps her knowledge up to date, including understanding her duty to report concerns with regards to the 'Prevent' duty. The childminder knows the correct procedure to follow should she receive an allegation made against herself or anyone living in her household. n The childminder understands the importance of completing regular checks of her home to help identify and eliminate any potential risks. She knows the importance of teaching children how to keep themselves safe. For example, during outings away from her home. n Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates how she considers each child's individual interests and stage of development. She discussed how she monitors and assesses the children, and uses this information to plan activities

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to support their learning and development. n The childminder provides a stimulating environment with accessible resources to engage and motivate children to play and learn. She discuses how she plans regular outings for children to explore the world around them and develop a range of physical skills. n The childminder shares how she promotes good manners and positive behaviour. She recognises the importance of giving clear and consistent messages to promote children's awareness of what is expected of them, their respect of others and ability to share. n The childminder recognises the importance of promoting health and well-being with children. She understands how to support children to learn about healthy foods and be active. She shows her understanding of keeping children safe who may have allergies and how she would encourage children to eat the right foods to meet their individual needs. n The childminder understands the significance of evaluating her practice and

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This provision meets requirements

values feedback from parents and older children. She understands the importance of maintaining effective partnerships with parents and other professionals to extend children's learning and share the progress children make.

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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 EY333781 Local authority Doncaster Inspection number 10117401 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 9 Date of previous inspection 14 July 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2006 and lives in Doncaster. She operates term time only from 7.30am to 9am and 3.15pm to 4.30pm, 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 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 childminder. n The inspector and the childminder completed a learning walk. The childminder discussed how she provides appropriate learning experiences to help children make progress. n The inspector sampled relevant documentation during the inspection. n The inspector talked to the childminder about how she will keep children safe and protect them from potential harm. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she evaluates her service to ensure continuous improvement.

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Inspection activities

27 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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27 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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