Childminder in Rotherham

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder discusses how she uses of a wide range of good quality resources to support children's learning and development. She explains how she plans activities which build progressively on children's learning and earlier experiences. n The childminder understands how to support children to develop an active and healthy lifestyle. She discusses how she makes sure that children get fresh air every day in the garden or on frequent visits to woodlands and parks. The childminder knows how to help children to enjoy a healthy, balanced diet and to take good care of their teeth. n The childminder explains that children have access to plenty of books and a cosy sofa, where they can enjoy reading together. She is knowledgeable about how to use books to introduce new vocabulary and stimulate children's imaginations. The childminder knows how to develop children's love of stories through, for example, role play and story-sack activities.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder works with a co-childminder. They offer bright and fresh accommodation, which is dedicated to their childminding service. The childminder ensures that children play in a safe environment. She describes how she involves them in planning and managing their own activities. n The childminder is aware of the importance of working with parents. She describes how she shares information with parents about the progress their children make. n The childminder understands the signs that a child may be at risk of abuse or neglect. She knows how to report her concerns to relevant agencies. The childminder ensures that her knowledge is up to date through regular training. n The childminder understands how to promote children's positive behaviour. She describes how she supports children to learn to behave well. n The childminder knows the importance of reviewing and improving the quality of her work. She regularly reflects on the care and learning she provides. The

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This provision meets requirements

childminder undertakes useful training to develop her skills.

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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 EY345118 Local authority Rotherham Inspection number 10229521 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 1 Date of previous inspection 13 January 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2007 and lives in Wath-Upon-Drearne close to Rotherham. She operates all year round from 8am to 2.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder works alongside her co-childminder at her co-childminder's address.

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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 setting. n The childminder talked to the inspector about how she organises her provision and her curriculum. n The inspector viewed the premises the childminder uses for childminding and discussed how she makes sure that children play in safety. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation.

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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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