Childminder in Solihull

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder's home is secure. The premises are clean and tidy. The childminder implements risk assessment effectively to minimise potential hazards in the environment. n The childminder has an ethos of providing a nurturing, caring environment where children are safe. She is a highly reflective practitioner. She values and fully takes on board the views of children and parents to continually develop her provision. n The childminder understands how to complement children's education across all areas of their learning. She works closely with the local school that children attend and their parents to support this. n The environment is well resourced. The childminder provides activities based on children's interest, and key themes and calendar events to extend and broaden their experiences. For example, she describes taking children on a recent autumn walk to look at the seasonal changes in the natural world. She also talks

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about learning about Diwali and making 'Diva' lamps to explore this cultural celebration with children. n The childminder promotes children's good health and hygiene. She provides healthy snacks and meals, which children help her prepare, such as a fruit salad. She ensures children enjoy plenty of fresh air and physical activity, either in her garden or at the local park. She also implements robust handwashing routines. n The childminder promotes respect and tolerance. She confidently talks, making use of age-appropriate behaviour management strategies focused on promoting positive behaviours. n The childminder has sound knowledge and understanding of a broad range of child protection issues. She knows how to manage and deal with varied concerns appropriately, including the importance of timely liaison with relevant agencies. n The childminder is well qualified. She continually accesses training and networks

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with other professionals to help keep her skills up to date. She maintains suitable records and documents that help to support her practice.

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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 2579926 Local authority Solihull Inspection number 10250979 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 6 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2020. She live in the Castle Bromwich area of Solihull. The childminder holds a relevant childcare qualification at level 3. She operates Monday to Friday, term time only, from 7.30am until 9am, and from 3pm until 6pm.

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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 it is safe and suitable. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about their intentions for activities, experiences and children's learning. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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11 October 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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