Childminder in Knowsley

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder confidently explains how she will assess children's development and interests. She describes how she will observe children and will provide specific resources and activities to support children's next stages of learning. The childminder will monitor children's progress and will work closely with parents and other professionals if she has any concerns. n The childminder demonstrates how she plans to provide children with opportunities to lead a healthy lifestyle. She explains that children will be active in the outdoors. The childminder discusses how she will ensure children carry out good hygiene procedures and how she will provide healthy nutritious foods to children. n The childminder is aware of the importance of promoting positive behaviour to children. She explains that she will help children to learn about being kind and respecting each other's feelings. The childminder states that she will be a

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positive role model and will provide constant guidance to children to help them learn about rules and boundaries. This will help support them for when they move on to school. n The childminder demonstrates a secure understanding of the importance of sharing information with parents and other professionals to help children make the best progress. She will gather information about children that will help her to support their personal care needs and development when they first start. The childminder explains how she will offer ideas to parents of how they can further support children's learning at home. n Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates that she has a good knowledge and understanding of how to help safeguard children. She is aware of the signs and symptoms of abuse and the correct procedures to follow if she has concerns. The childminder knows the importance of providing a safe and secure environment for children.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder explains the importance of evaluating her provision. She talks about attending training to extend her professional knowledge and how it will help her to keep abreast of changes and improve her practice. The childminder provides an environment that is well resourced and promotes learning for children of all ages.

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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 EY383456 Local authority Knowsley Metropolitan Borough Council Inspection number 10235262 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 4 Date of previous inspection 7 March 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder was registered in 2008 and is located in Prescot, Merseyside. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays.

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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 discussed the policies and procedures with the childminder and viewed documentation that she will use when caring for children. n The inspector toured the areas of the premises used by children and discussed the equipment and toys available. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder and took into consideration the suitability checks. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning.

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Inspection activities

2 November 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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2 November 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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