Childminder, Out-of school day care in Wirral

Met

Previous inspection Not Met (with actions)

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This provision meets requirements

n The provider demonstrates a good knowledge and understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures. She is fully aware of her responsibilities in keeping children safe and in making referrals to other agencies as necessary. The provider maintains a good knowledge of safeguarding legislation and local practices through regular training. n The provider completes risk assessments to help support children's safety. She has good routines and boundaries in place, particularly for the walk to and from school. She reminds children of the rules when crossing the road. She reiterates the importance of stopping at the roadside and reminds them when it is safe to cross. n The provider has clear policies and procedures in place to help ensure the safety and well-being of children. She gathers information from parents prior to children starting, including their likes and dislikes, allergies, or medical conditions. She also gathers information about any other professionals working

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This provision meets requirements

with the family. n Through discussion, the provider explains how she plans activities to meet the needs and interests of the children in her care. She has a good knowledge of the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage. n The provider explains how she encourages the children to be polite and respectful of each other. She believes the children should sit together for tea, where they can engage in conversation about their day. The provider has high expectations for behaviour, and explains how she instils manners and social skills among the children. n Through discussion, the provider explains the opportunities she provides for children to celebrate events that are important to them. In doing this, she aims to raise their awareness of community and world-wide events. For example, children celebrate their birthday with a birthday cake and a little party tea. They also celebrate Chinese New Year, Valentine's Day and Christmas.

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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 2604789 Local authority Wirral Inspection number 10239000 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 12 Number of children on roll 30 Date of previous inspection 31 March 2022

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2021 and lives in the Bromborough area of the Metropolitan Borough of Wirral, Merseyside. She operates from Monday to Friday, during term time only. She provides out-of-school care from 6am to 9am and from 3pm to 6pm.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable. n Although there were no children in the early age range present at the time of this inspection, there were children present who were over the age of five years. These children spoke to the inspector about what they enjoy doing while with the childminder. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

2 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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Inspection activities

2 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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