Childminder in Wiltshire

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder's knowledge of safeguarding is not effective. While the childminder is aware of a range of signs and symptoms that may be indicators a child is at risk, she has not kept her training up to date. She was unsure of some types of abuse and not always confidently able to identify concerns. The childminder is aware of who to contact should she need advice or support. n The childminder has a good understanding of how to provide a stimulating environment for children. She will provide various activities appropriate to the developmental level of the children in her care, for example sensory messy play and role-play activities. n The childminder is confident in the areas of learning and curriculum she will provide for children. She will identify what children already know and what they need to learn next and plan effectively to ensure they make progress. n The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with

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parents, outside agencies and other early years providers. This is to ensure children's needs are met and that they are happy and settled in her care. n The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of how she will provide an inclusive environment for all. For example, she will teach children about their wider community by accessing local facilities and celebrating different cultural festivals. n The childminder discusses her plans for promoting children's healthy lifestyles. She will provide healthy snacks for children, discuss the impact of 'good' and 'bad' foods on their bodies and provide daily opportunities to be physically active. n The childminder knows the importance of continued professional development. She is a member of an online service which provides regular updates and training opportunities. As she has not minded children for a while she is aware that she needs to access training to refresh her knowledge, this is to enable her

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This provision does not meet 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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Due date

improve knowledge and understanding of a range of safeguarding issues, in line with the local safeguarding partnership procedures. 29/03/2023

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY485784 Local authority Wiltshire Inspection number 10264783 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 26 June 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2015 and lives in Swindon, Wiltshire.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider received since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The inspector checked the suitability of the childminder and the other household members. n The inspector discussed with the childminder the curriculum and planning systems. n The inspector viewed all areas of the premises used for childminding to assess their suitability. n The inspector assessed the childminder's knowledge of safeguarding, child development, education and care through discussions with her.

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Inspection activities

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

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