Childminder in Worcestershire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder is highly qualified and has a deep understanding of how children learn best and how to provide a rich range of learning experiences to help children progress. n There are effective assessment arrangements in place to ensure learning experiences are matched to children's individual needs. The childminder understands the importance of observing children and using their interests to motivate them and to challenge their learning. n The childminder understands that developing positive partnerships with parents is crucial to help children make the best possible progress. She recognises the importance of developing respectful relationships with parents to help them support their children's learning at home. There are effective systems in place to share information with other settings that children may attend to support their well-being. n The childminder understands the importance of identifying what is unique about

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This provision meets requirements

each child and using this to help motivate children to play and learn. She ensures she provides an environment that reflects the interests and needs of children and provides opportunities for children to learn about the wider community and world. n There are effective systems in place to ensure the home is safe, suitable and clean. The childminder has a secure understanding of child protection issues and the procedures to follow if she has a concern about child abuse and neglect. There are robust systems in place to ensure any assistants employed are vetted and clear about their roles and responsibilities. n The childminder understands the importance of quality improvement and reflecting on practice to secure continuous improvement. She keeps abreast of changes in the early years and takes full advantage of any training opportunities to help extend her knowledge and skills.

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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 2581079 Local authority Worcestershire Inspection number 10251008 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 11 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2020 and lives near Evesham. She provides care on Monday to Thursday from 8am until 6pm all year round, except for family holidays. The childminder holds qualified teacher status and employs an assistant who holds an early years qualification at level 3. She provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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Inspection activities

n This is the first 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 the evaluation of the setting. n The inspector and the childminder completed a learning walk together to check the safety of the premises and to gather information about the experiences provided. n The inspector looked at a sample of the childminder's documentation. This includes information about the suitability of household members and the assistant and her policies and procedures.

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Inspection activities

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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