Childminder in Doncaster

This provision meets requirements

n The experienced childminder shows that she understands how children learn. She is extremely enthusiastic and passionate about ensuring children make good progress. She knows the importance of creating an educational programme that is carefully planned to build on children's knowledge and skills to secure their future learning. She describes how she wants children to learn about real-life situations. For instance, the childminder plans for them to create activities around making pizzas and experience each stage of the process. This includes measuring the ingredients to following a recipe, and enjoying eating their food creations. n The knowledgeable childminder has kept her safeguarding training up to date. She is able to describe signs and symptoms of abuse, including radical and extreme views and behaviours. She is familiar with local safeguarding partnership procedures and how to report any concerns she may have about a

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child in her care. n The childminder recognises the significance of providing an inclusive service. She knows how to support children's positive awareness of people's differences. The childminder is confident about how she promotes children's talents and interests. She knows the importance of teaching children about who they are and where they live, to prepare them for life in modern Britain. n The childminder explains the importance of establishing close bonds with parents. She discusses how she would ensure parents receive regular updates about their children's experiences and development. The childminder is aware of establishing links with other providers that children attend, to promote continuity of care. n The childminder understands the importance of assessing what children know and can do. She is aware of what action to take if she identifies any emerging or persistent gaps in their development. She has appropriate knowledge of the

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required assessments, such as completing the progress check for children aged between two and three years. n The childminder has a clear understanding of how to manage children's behaviour. She plans to do this by being a good role model, setting clear rules for children to follow and praising children. The childminder describes how she will teach children to recognise their different feelings and why they may feel a certain way. For example, she will guide children to name their emotions when presented in different situations. n The childminder's home is safe and secure. She carries out risk assessments and safety checks in her home, to help to minimise hazards to children. The childminder has a range of resources that are appropriate for all ages of children. n The childminder explains how she encourages children to follow healthy lifestyles. She discusses how she supports children to eat healthy and nutritious

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snacks, and to regularly rehydrate with water. She provides them with regular opportunities to be active outside in the fresh air.

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This provision meets requirements

22 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 EY152010 Local authority Doncaster Inspection number 10234622 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 8 Date of previous inspection 3 March 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2002 and lives in Balby, Doncaster. She operates all year round from 7am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate early years qualification at level 3.

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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 her evaluation of the setting. n The childminder showed the inspector the areas of the premises that children use and discussed the equipment and toys available. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how she supports partnerships with parents, children's behaviour and children's learning. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements. She looked at documentation, including the childminder's qualifications and training, and evidence of the suitability of members of the household.

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22 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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22 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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