Childminder in Wiltshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a sound understanding of child protection, which includes female genital mutilation, the 'Prevent' duty and county lines. She can identify risks to children's well-being. She knows the correct procedures to follow to report concerns. Policies and procedures are in line with the local safeguarding board. The childminder attends child protection training to keep her knowledge up to date. n The childminder explains how she intends to keep children safe when in her care. She gives examples of risk assessments she plans to conduct, both at her home and during outings to the local park. n The childminder knows what she wants children to learn. She understands that children's learning must be based on what they know and need to learn next. She describes how she will adapt her curriculum to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities and children who speak English as an

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additional language. The childminder gives examples on how she aims to develop children's communication and language skills. For instance, through stories, singing and talking to them. The childminder provides a range of suitable learning resources to support children's learning and development in all areas of learning. n The childminder recognises the value of working in close partnership with parents and other professionals to promote continuity of care. She talks about how in the past she has used children's learning journals to promote information sharing with parents. n The childminder acknowledges the importance of encouraging children to adopt a healthy lifestyle through physical activities, healthy eating and good hygiene routines. n The childminder is aware of the importance of building secure bonds with children to support their well-being. She also understands how to promote good behaviour. She gives examples of how in the past, through play, she has

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supported children to learn how to share, take turns and be kind to each other. n The childminder evaluates her practice to ensure that her services remain relevant to the children in her care.

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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 144842 Local authority Wiltshire Inspection number 10234232 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 0 Date of previous inspection 7 March 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2000 and lives near the centre of Trowbridge, Wiltshire. She cares for children from 7.30am until 6pm each weekday throughout the year. The childminder holds a childcare qualification at level 3. The childminder receives funding to provide free early education for children aged two, three and four years.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since 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 provider. n The inspector carried out a tour of the premises and discussed the safety and suitability of the areas used by the children. n The inspector viewed a sample of key documentation to ascertain the suitability of the childminder to work with children. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to meet the safeguarding and welfare requirements when minding children. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about the delivery of the curriculum for all children.

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12 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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12 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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