Childminder in Swindon

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a good understanding of the different ways that children learn and develop. She knows the importance of monitoring progress and plans to offer a broad range of activities and learning opportunities. The childminder knows how to build on what children know and can do, so children gain knowledge, develop skills and make progress over time. n The childminder recognises the importance of supporting children's language skills. She values the importance of reading with children regularly, singing songs and introducing new words to children to help them develop their range of vocabulary. n The childminder understands the need to work with parents closely. She intends to send regular updates to parents on children's progress. She will share information and ideas to help parents support their children's learning at home. She will maintain good contact with parents and carers to understand what

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interests and progress children are showing at home. n The childminder knows the importance of working in partnership with other professionals and other settings children may attend in order to best support children's learning and development. n The childminder knows the importance of keeping up to date with safeguarding legislation and practice to protect children. She knows how to recognise the signs of abuse and understands her responsibilities to report any concerns about a child. n The childminder is aware of supporting children to make healthy food and exercise choices. She plans to take children outdoors to play, to support physical development on a daily basis. n The childminder values the importance of supporting children to develop their independence. She understands how to support children to look after their own self-care needs. n The childminder understands the needs of families in the wider community and

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how to provide an inclusive service where all children are welcome. n The childminder is aware of the need to evaluate her practice and ensure continuous improvement. She keeps up to date with relevant training.

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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 EY471001 Local authority Swindon Inspection number 10236285 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory 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 27 January 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2013. She lives in Swindon, Wiltshire. The childminder holds a relevant early years qualification at level 3. She offers care Monday to Friday, all year round.

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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 provider. n The inspector assessed the childminder's knowledge and understanding of the requirements. n The inspector sampled a range of documentation and discussed relevant records that the childminder plans to use when caring for children. n The inspector looked at the spaces available for childminding, indoors and outdoors, and discussed the resources the childminder intends to provide. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to monitor children's development, plan for their learning and work in partnership with parents.

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Inspection activities

5 December 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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5 December 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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