Childminder in Thurrock

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a sound knowledge of safeguarding and knows the possible signs and symptoms of abuse and wider safeguarding issues. She knows the importance of swiftly reporting safeguarding concerns to the appropriate agencies. She has a risk assessment in place to help assure children's safety. n The childminder understands the importance of supporting children to adopt healthy lifestyles. She explains how she will provide healthy meals and snacks and a suitable relaxing place for when they are tired. The childminder will discuss oral hygiene with children and provide them with opportunities for a range of physical activities in the outdoor spaces. n The childminder recognises the importance of planning an effective and robust curriculum that ensures children get a good start and are well prepared for the next stage in their learning, especially being ready for school. She will promote

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children's independence and confidence by encouraging children to take responsibilities for small tasks, acknowledging and praising their efforts and achievements. n The childminder knows the importance of evaluating her provision. She explains how she will review her provision and liaise with other professionals to find new and exciting ways to engage children. She will work closely with parents to find out children's new interests. n The childminder understands her role as the key person. She states she will share information with parents and provide advice to enable parents to support children at home. She will share information with parents using various ways, such as children's photos during activities, text messages, daily feedback, meetings and informal chats. She will share children's learning with parents and follow up on home observations. n The childminder explains how she will offer an inclusive practice to all children

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and treat them with fairness and respect. She explains how she will promote British values, teaching children to respect each other, value, embrace, celebrate their uniqueness and differences.

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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 EY481655 Local authority Thurrock Inspection number 10236475 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 23 January 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Chafford in Essex. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm on Mondays and Tuesdays, except bank 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 her and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the childminder. n The inspector talked with the childminder about her understanding of the requirements for safeguarding and welfare and learning and development. n The inspector viewed areas of the home used for childminding. She talked with the childminder about resources and equipment used and viewed some of these. n The inspector looked at policies and documents used by the childminder when caring for children and viewed documents relating to evidence of the suitability of household members. n The inspector talked with the childminder about her self-evaluation process and how she plans to continue to make improvements.

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Inspection activities

10 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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10 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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