Childminder in Worcestershire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder carries out effective risk assessments to promote children's safety. She ensures that she is prepared for accidents and injuries during outings as she takes first-aid kits and parent's details with her. She explains how she teaches children about staying safe. For example, children learn about road safety and wearing suncream. n The childminder has clear knowledge about how to identify signs and symptoms of abuse. She knows who to contact should she need advice or have a concern about a child. n The childminder uses an effective tool to establish children's next steps. She collates observations to identify children's milestones. She has a good understanding about what children should be learning at different stages in their development. For example, she explains that older children are practising their fine motor skills and developing their independence, while younger children experience new textures.

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n The childminder demonstrates how she provides learning opportunities for children. For example, she explains that children enjoy regular walks, where they learn about the wildlife and transport around them. She also provides resources and experiences to promote positive images of diversity and to help children extend their knowledge about differing backgrounds, cultures and beliefs. n The childminder explains how she supports children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. She has good knowledge about how to make referrals and personalised plans for children. She describes how she supports children who speak English as an additional language. For example, by introducing words to children in other children's languages to help them feel secure and welcome. n The childminder recognises that making links with schools has an impact on children's learning. She explains how she introduces herself to teachers and

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shares with them about children's diet, behaviour and development to support consistency of care. n The childminder demonstrates how she maintains strong partnerships with parents. She helps parents to feel comfortable as they are invited to her setting for an informal meeting prior to children starting. Parents are provided with ideas of activities to do at home and receive regular emails welcoming them to provide feedback to the childminder.

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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 2589095 Local authority Worcestershire Inspection number 10251180 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 0 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2020 and lives in Worcester. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for family holidays. She is currently working towards a level 3 early years qualification.

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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 provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the childminder. n The inspector reviewed evidence of suitability for the childminder and the adults living on the premises. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about her provision, to establish her understanding of how to safeguard children. n The childminder explained how she works in partnerships with parents.

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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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