Childminder in Nottinghamshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder offers a clean, safe, and welcoming environment. She completes regular risk assessments to ensure risks are minimised. The childminder has safety measures in place to keep children safe. For example, she ensures doors are locked and keys are not in reach of children. n Building partnership with parents is important to the childminder. She understands the value of this and talks about how she will work with parents to support children's development. For example, she intends to gather information from parents before children start to identify their starting points. n There are effective systems in place to monitor and assess children's development. The childminder describes how she intends to use an ongoing monitoring system, where she will complete observations of children. She explains how she will work with parents to plan activities and children's next steps in learning. n Children's interests will be used to plan a range of activities to support their

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development. The childminder shares ideas about providing different experiences for children. She has recently attended a forest childcare training course that has supported her in understanding the benefits of outdoor learning. As a result, the childminder plans to visit local parks and carry out forest walks with children. n The childminder recognises the importance of supporting children's communication and language skills. She will promote this by using stories and nursery rhymes, introducing new words and repeating words with children. n Children's health and self-care routines will be supported throughout the daily routine. The childminder talks about the importance of handwashing routines and will encourage children to use cutlery during mealtimes. She will support children to become independent in dressing themselves, such as putting on their own coats. n The childminder shares ideas and activities that will support children in

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preparation for school. She has good links with the local school and intends to do school visits to support children's transitions. n Children will be supported to learn about healthy lifestyles. The childminder intends to provide healthy, balanced meals, offering fruit and vegetables daily. The childminder explains how she will teach children about healthy and unhealthy food and drinks. For example, she will talk to children about sugar and tooth decay. n The childminder has a secure knowledge of safeguarding. She knows what to do if she is concerned about a child. The childminder can recognise different types and signs of abuse. She is also aware of procedures to follow if an allegation is made against herself or a member of her household. The childminder completes safeguarding training to ensure her knowledge is refreshed and current.

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This provision meets requirements

3 November 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 EY453733 Local authority Nottinghamshire County Council Inspection number 10235969 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 20 Number of children on roll 17 Date of previous inspection 20 October 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in West Bridgford, Nottingham. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for family holidays.

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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 looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of those living in the premises. n The childminder and the inspector completed a learning walk together. n The inspector viewed areas of the premises used for childminding. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to meet the learning and development and the safeguarding and welfare requirements.

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3 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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3 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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