Childminder in Norfolk

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a sound understanding of how to keep children safe. She has a secure knowledge of the signs that might indicate a child is at risk from harm or abuse and of wider child protection issues. She accurately describes the procedures to follow if she has concerns about a child's welfare or the behaviour of an adult towards children. n The childminder has a sound knowledge of how children learn. She demonstrates how she provides a broad curriculum for all children, that considers their ages and stages of development and prepares them well for the next stage of learning. The childminder explains how she plans activities based on children's interests. n The childminder's home is welcoming, safe and secure. She has a range of resources that are appropriate for all ages of children. The childminder talks confidently about the importance of carrying out risk assessments and safety checks to minimise hazards to children.

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This provision meets requirements

n Parents of school-age children comment positively about the childminder. They say that she offers a home-from-home environment that is stimulating. Parents comment that their children enjoy the range of activities provided. They feedback that the childminder is enthusiastic, caring, kind and fair. n The childminder is aware of how to promote children's good behaviour and social skills. She spoke about the importance of being a good role model to children. The childminder explains how she will support children to say please and thank you, learn to take turns and share when they play. She talks about how she will help children to learn about different cultures, backgrounds and teach them to value differences between themselves and others. n Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates the importance of understanding children's individual needs. She recognises the importance of working closely with parents and other settings that children attend. The

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childminder describes how this will help her to provide appropriate and consistent care and learning. n The childminder explains how she will help children to understand the importance of healthy lifestyles. She discusses how she will support them in good hygiene routines and to make healthy choices about their food. The childminder demonstrates how she will help children to be independent in self- care skills by managing their own clothing, washing and drying their hands.

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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 2600226 Local authority Norfolk Inspection number 10265343 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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Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2020 and lives in Harleston, Norfolk. She operates from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, during school term time. The childminder holds an appropriate 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 will use and discussed the equipment and toys available. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning. n The childminder showed the inspector the policies and procedures and documentation that she uses when caring for children. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder and took account of evidence of suitability for persons living in the household. n Parents of school-age children provided written feedback and the inspector took

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Inspection activities

13 January 2023 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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13 January 2023 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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