Childminder in Nottinghamshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder explains her procedure for settling in new children. She describes how she uses this period to gather valuable information from parents and her own observations. She explains how she uses this knowledge about children's starting points to plan for their next steps in learning. n The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of how children learn and develop. She is aware of how to identify gaps in learning by using effective assessments of children. She explains a clear intent for what she wants children to learn and has high expectations of all children. n The childminder recognises the importance of good communication with parents. She is aware that partnership working can support children's learning and development. She describes how she also creates strong relationships with other settings children attend to provide consistency. n The childminder shows a clear knowledge and understanding of child protection.

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She knows how to identify signs that could indicate that a child is at risk of harm. She has clear policies and procedures, which outline the appropriate agencies to contact if there was a concern about a child's welfare. n The childminder demonstrates how she keeps children safe in her care. She discusses how she carries out regular risk assessments of the environment and takes prompt action if hazards are identified. She explains how she would monitor sleeping children, and has developed a clear evacuation procedure. n The childminder describes the ways in which she promotes positive behaviour. She has clear rules and boundaries, which children helped her to create. She demonstrates knowledge of how to deal with challenging behaviour. The childminder discusses how she explores emotions with children. She uses resources to support them to recognise how they are feeling. n The childminder understands that children are individual and unique. She

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demonstrates how she supports children to celebrate their culture. She knows the importance of making children feel valued and helping them to understand that their opinions are listened to. n Through discussion, the childminder shows her knowledge of supporting children to lead healthy lifestyles. She describes her passion for the outdoors and that she regularly takes children to the local parks and woods. She talks about promoting healthy eating with children, to support them to make good choices. n The childminder keeps up to date with relevant training. She has recently attended courses on food hygiene and the 'Prevent' duty. She actively seeks out webinars and has discussions with other childminders to extend her knowledge. She uses the knowledge gained to inform her policies and procedures.

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This provision meets requirements

9 February 2023 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 EY483647 Local authority Nottinghamshire County Council Inspection number 10236555 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 5 Date of previous inspection 8 March 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Nottinghamshire. She operates term time only from 6.45am to 6pm, Tuesday to Thursday.

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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 childminder. n The childminder gave the inspector a tour of the premises to check suitability. n The childminder discusses how she would develop the curriculum for children in her care to support learning and development. n The inspector viewed a sample of documentation including evidence of training and suitability checks. n The childminder discussed arrangements for working in partnership with parents. n The inspector checked the childminder's understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements.

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Inspection activities

9 February 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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9 February 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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