Childminder in Essex

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder is fully aware of her responsibility to safeguard children. She knows the signs that show that children may be at risk of harm. The childminder is confident in recording concerns. She can explain the procedure for reporting to her local authority. The childminder keeps her knowledge up to date with regular training. She has robust risk assessments in place to keep children safe in all areas of her home and on outings. n The childminder understands how to manage children's behaviour and how to promote self-regulation. She aims to be a role model for good manners, sharing and turn taking. The childminder expresses how she will encourage older children to be respectful and to support younger ones. She can explain about her rules and boundaries, keeping them clear and consistent, so that children know the expectations. n The childminder has good knowledge and understanding of how children learn.

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She can talk about her curriculum, and how she will plan activities for children. The childminder explains how she will adapt activities to suit different stages of development. She has a large range of resources for children of all ages. The childminder plans to provide regular trips to local parks, play areas and woodlands. She states how she will use these experiences as learning opportunities. n The childminder has systems in place for assessing children's development and liaising with parents. She expresses confidence in recognising concerns early and sharing with families. She has a sound understanding and experience of required assessments, such as the progress check when children are aged between two and three years. n The childminder explains how she will use inside and outside spaces to create enabling environments for learning. For example, she has suitable equipment for outside play to support physical development. She also has a wide range of arts

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and crafts materials to support early mark-making skills and reading books for literacy development. n The childminder is keen to promote and encourage a love of animals and wildlife. She will teach children how to stay safe around animals and to be respectful and kind to her family pets. The childminder aims to promote respect for wildlife and their natural habitats. n The childminder recognises the importance of building successful partnerships with parents. She will obtain regular feedback from parents and take account of their views. The childminder explains how she will maintain open communication, so that concerns can be addressed early. She also recognises the need for regular updates on what children have been enjoying and learning each day. The childminder aims for parents to feel secure in knowing their children are safe, secure and happy.

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This provision meets requirements

18 October 2022 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 EY279541 Local authority Essex Inspection number 10234779 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 0 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 17 November 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2004 and lives in Basildon, Essex. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the setting received since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the setting and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The inspector viewed the indoor and outdoor learning environments and discussed with the childminder the learning opportunities she intends to provide for children. n The inspector held a discussion with the childminder regarding safeguarding. n The inspector spoke to the childminder about her understanding of the early years foundation stage. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

18 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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18 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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