Childminder in Birmingham

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a good understanding of how to safeguard children. She can describe signs that may indicate that a child is at risk of harm, and knows the procedures to follow if she has any concerns. The childminder can explain what to do if an allegation is made against her. She ensures her premises are safe and secure for children and can explain how she risk assesses the areas that children use. n The childminder has made significant improvements since her last inspection. She has reviewed her teaching methods and has a sequenced curriculum that is tailored to meet children's individual learning needs. She can explain what she wants children to learn and how she uses assessment to ensure they are making progress. n The childminder explains how she identifies gaps in children's development. She can describe what she would do if she was concerned about this. She talks about liaising closely with parents and working with other professionals to

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support children to make good progress. n The childminder has high expectations for children's behaviour. She explains how she uses a positive behaviour approach to encourage children to follow rules and show respect for one another. n The inspector and the childminder had a discussion about hygiene routines. The childminder was clear about ensuring children wash their hands before eating and after using the bathroom. She explains appropriate procedures she follows when children are learning to use the toilet independently. n The childminder collects suitable information from parents when children first start to attend. She gathers information about children's interests and things that are important to them. She shares information with parents regularly and gives them ideas about how to help their children make further progress. Parents complete questionnaires about the care their children receive and

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comment about how supportive settling-in sessions are. They mention that their children 'absolutely love' going to the childminder's home. n The childminder has received support from the local authority since the last inspection, which has helped her to review her practice. She seeks out training courses to enhance her knowledge, and considers the impact this has on her practice. The childminder has up-to-date first-aid training. n The childminder can produce relevant documents on request and keeps records of children who attend. She understands the importance of recording information and keeping this up to date. n The childminder is passionate about ensuring equality and diversity are a significant part of her practice. She explains how she teaches children to celebrate their similarities and differences, and describes appropriate ways to challenge discriminatory behaviour.

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This provision meets requirements

25 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 2546296 Local authority Birmingham Inspection number 10246668 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 10 Date of previous inspection 7 June 2022

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2019 and lives in Erdington, Birmingham. She operates Monday to Friday, from 7.30am until 6pm, all year round. The childminder holds an appropriate level 6 qualification.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the COVID-19 pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the childminder. n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The childminder and the inspector discussed the childminder's intentions for children's learning. n The inspector viewed and took into consideration the views of parents. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

25 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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25 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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