Childminder in Lincolnshire

This provision meets requirements

n This childminder has a nurturing, friendly manner. She has a wealth of experience in caring for children. Her house is clean, bright and welcoming. n The childminder is clear about her role to protect children who may be at risk of harm. She demonstrates a good knowledge of how to identify possible safeguarding concerns and how to report these to the relevant agencies. n The childminder has an up-to-date first-aid qualification. This gives her the knowledge to act swiftly in a minor medical emergency. n The childminder explains how she refreshes her knowledge of how to support children's care and learning. For example, she accesses support from a local authority advisor, completes online webinars and liaises closely with her childminding colleagues. n The childminder understands how to promote children's health and well-being. She demonstrates, through discussion, how she will encourage children to be

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active. She explains how she will provide opportunities for fresh air and exercise daily. For example, she will provide visits to local parks, take children swimming and attend music and movement classes. n The childminder is aware to maintain secure relationships with children to support their confidence and emotional well-being. She knows how to monitor children's learning and development. She intends to identify children's individual needs and interests. The childminder explains how this will help her to plan for children's learning. n The childminder explains how she will help children to regulate their behaviour. She talks about how she will sit with the children to discuss any incidents. The childminder describes how she will encourage the children to think about how their actions make other children feel. n The childminder discusses how she will teach children about diversity and inclusion. She explains how she will provide a range of age-appropriate books

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and resources and how she will challenge any negative stereotypes. n The childminder understands the importance of effective partnerships with parents to support children's well-being and academic outcomes. She demonstrates a secure knowledge of various ways of communicating with parents about children's achievements and the progress they make.

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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 EY421715 Local authority Lincolnshire Inspection number 10233294 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 9 Date of previous inspection 9 January 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2011 and she lives in Grantham, Lincolnshire. She operates all year round from 7am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder has a level 3 qualification in early years.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine 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 their evaluation of the childminder. n The inspector had a tour of the areas of the premises used by children and discussed the equipment and toys available. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the curriculum for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning. n The inspector discussed the policies and procedures with the childminder and viewed some documentation that she uses when caring for children. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder and took account of evidence of suitability for persons living in the household.

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Inspection activities

27 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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27 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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