Childminder in Stoke-on-Trent

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of how to report concerns about the welfare of a child. She explains the reporting procedure for allegations against a person in a position of trust. n The childminder discusses how she will work in partnership with parents. She has considered how she will share the progress their children make while in her care. The childminder has a good understanding of the two year progress check and when to complete this. The childminder explains how she will share any developmental concerns with parents and understands when and how to refer concerns to a health professional. n The childminder has continued to build on her own professional development and has attended a range of courses to build on her knowledge. She explains how she reviews what training is available to best meet the needs of the children attending. n The childminder explains how she will ensure she checks the suitability of an

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assistant to work with children. She understands the importance of having regular discussions during supervisions to check their ongoing suitability and well-being. She explains that she will encourage assistants to attend training for their own professional development. n Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates how she will provide an inclusive environment. She explains she values inclusivity, will listen to children's views and recognises that each child is unique. The childminder describes the activities she intends to provide for children to help them celebrate different cultural festivals and learn about the world around them. n The childminder describes how she will keep children safe in her care by carrying out regular risk assessments on the environment. This is to ensure that any potential risks are removed, so children can play safely. n The childminder explains how she will support children to manage their feelings

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and behaviours. She describes strategies to help children learn positive behavioural expectations. n Through discussion, the childminder explains how she will encourage children to be healthy. She describes the home-cooked meals she intends to provide for the children and how she will encourage them to lead a healthy lifestyle by being active if they visit the park to kick a ball or climb the equipment.

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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 224424 Local authority Stoke-on-Trent Inspection number 10279537 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 13 November 201713 November 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1994 and lives in Heron Cross, Stoke-on-Trent. The childminder operates all year round, from 7.30am until 8.45am and 3pm until 6pm during the school term and 7.30am until 6pm during school holidays, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder works with an assistant.

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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 showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about their intentions for children's learning. n The inspector held a meeting with the childminder to discuss how she meets the requirements of the 'Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage'. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, including policies and procedures.

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Inspection activities

8 March 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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8 March 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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