Childminder in Derbyshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a secure understanding of how to ensure children are safeguarded. She can describe possible signs and symptoms of abuse that may indicate a child is at risk of harm, radicalisation or female genital mutilation. The childminder has a safeguarding policy and procedure in place, which is shared with parents. She knows how to refer any concerns. n The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of the importance of healthy lifestyles for children. She provides healthy snacks and meals for children, plus access to fresh drinking water. The childminder caters for those children who have allergies and liaises with parents to keep this information current. The childminder ensures all children get daily access to fresh air and exercise. n The childminder knows how to plan her curriculum in order to build on what children already know and can do. She understands how to work with parents to

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find out about children, including determining children's starting points, interests and individual needs. The childminder understands how to plan for a range of purposeful activities to support children's learning through play. n The childminder understands the importance of supporting children to learn to be independent. She provides activities to help children learn to do things for themselves and ensure they are ready for school. This includes learning to use cutlery, being able to dress themselves, accessing the toilet and making choices in their play. n The childminder is well qualified. She values her own professional development and has undertaken all mandatory training, including paediatric first-aid and safeguarding training. The childminder gathers feedback and comments from parents to support her to enhance her practice further. n The childminder knows how to support children's behaviour appropriately. This

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This provision meets requirements

includes celebrating positive behaviour and agreeing consistent strategies with parents. The childminder understands the importance of helping children to understand the consequences of their behaviour and the impact that they have on others.

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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 EY440206 Local authority Derbyshire Inspection number 10219763 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 18 August 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder is based in Shirebrook, Derbyshire. She registered in 2011. She operates all year round from 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3. The childminder works with one other childminder.

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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 childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable. n The inspector checked the childminder's understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The childminder explained to the inspector how she plans her curriculum and how she works in partnership with parents. n The childminder talked to the inspector about how she reflects on her practice and develops her skills and knowledge. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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30 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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30 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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