Childminder in Doncaster

This provision meets requirements

n Children's safety and well-being is of high importance to the childminder. She understands her responsibility to keep children safe in her home and when out and about. The childminder can identify the possible signs of abuse and neglect. She knows the correct procedures to follow and who to contact should she have any concerns about a child's safety or welfare. n The childminder knows how to support children's learning and development. She describes how she will use what children are interested in to plan activities that help them to make progress in their learning. n The childminder describes how she will work in partnership with additional settings that children attend, including the local school. She explains how this will help her to provide children with a consistent approach to their care and learning. n The childminder is aware of the important role that parents play in their children's education. She explains how she will share children's progress with

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their parents. For example, the childminder plans to send regular photos of children engaging in activities and keep parents up to date with their progress. n The childminder explains the importance of helping children to be independent. She intends to take every opportunity to teach children to do tasks for themselves, such as getting dressed, using cutlery and washing their hands. n The childminder explains how she will teach children to be kind, respectful and polite. She describes the positive behaviour management strategies that she will use to support children's good behaviour. For instance, the childminder intends to have daily rules in place and use reward charts. n The childminder describes how she will promote children's good health and well- being. For example, she explains she will provide healthy meals and snacks to help children to learn about the importance of leading a healthy lifestyle. The

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childminder will ensure that children have lots of fresh air and physical exercise. n The childminder understands that it is important to keep up to date with current guidance and legislation. She completes regular training, such as safeguarding and paediatric first aid, to ensure that her knowledge is up to date. The childminder has good links with other childminders in the local area and regularly shares good practice.

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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 EY473532 Local authority Doncaster Inspection number 10263376 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 21 Date of previous inspection 28 April 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in the Tickhill area of Doncaster. She operates during term time from 7.30am to 9am and 3pm to 6pm, Monday to Friday.

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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 their evaluation of the setting. n The childminder showed the inspector around the areas of her home that she will use for childminding. n The childminder and inspector discussed how the childminder intends to deliver educational programmes for children. n The inspector reviewed with the childminder how she will safeguard children and how she will evaluate her provision to strive for continuous improvement. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, including the suitability of members of the household and paediatric first-aid qualifications.

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Inspection activities

23 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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