Childminder in Central Bedfordshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder discusses how she celebrates every child as an individual. She explains that she teaches children to recognise what makes them special. She says that she intends to teach children about different cultures using resources in her home and going out into the local community. She discusses how she intends to work closely with schools and nurseries to ensure that relevant information is shared regarding children in her care. n The childminder demonstrates good knowledge of safeguarding issues and those in the wider context, such as the 'Prevent' duty and female genital mutilation. She explains that she regularly attends webinars, so that she has up to date knowledge when she begins to mind children. She competently discusses the processes she would follow, should she need to report a concern about a child. n The childminder explains how she would plan activities for the individual needs

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of each child. She discusses the importance of activities being adapted, depending on the abilities of the child, and how she can add different resources depending on their interests. She explains that she would share this information with parents, so that they can work together to help children learn. n The childminder understands the importance of taking time to settle children. She explains how she would spend time with children, making sure that they are confident in her home. Then she would work closely with parents to obtain starting points for children. She recognises the need to share information with parents, so that she can work in partnership to support the learning and development of children. n The childminder explains how she encourages children to lead healthy lifestyles. She discusses how she encourages children to regularly wash their hands, to try different fruits and also be physically active. She explains that she will provide

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children with opportunities to explore the local area with visits to parks, animal farms, soft-play centres and stay-and-play sessions, where children will have the opportunity to socialise with others. n The childminder explains how she would promote positive behaviour in her home. She recognises the importance of consistency and encouraging children to acknowledge their feelings. She talks about how she would promote the use of manners and encourage children to share and play cooperatively.

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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 EY482234 Local authority Central Bedfordshire Inspection number 10236506 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 13 October 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2019 and lives in Dunstable. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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 viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The childminder and the inspector discussed the childminder's intentions for children's learning. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and reviewed evidence of the suitability of household members.

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12 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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12 October 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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