Childminder in Buckinghamshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands her role in safeguarding children. She knows the signs and symptoms that might indicate a child is at risk of abuse. The childminder knows the procedures she must follow if she has concerns about the welfare of a child. n The childminder describes the types of activities and experiences she would deliver for children attending before and after school. She explains how she would ensure these meet children's individual interests and are challenging and engaging. The childminder describes how she would give children opportunities to try things they may not otherwise experience. She would seek children's views about what they enjoy and want to do more of in her setting. n The childminder has high expectations for children's behaviour. She explains how she would support children to develop positive relationships and be respectful of others. The childminder describes how she would use positive

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techniques to support children to behave well and understand the rules and boundaries of her setting. n The childminder demonstrates her knowledge of supporting children to lead a healthy lifestyle. She explains how she promotes healthy eating. She would provide opportunities for children to be physically active and spend time outside. For instance, visiting the local park after school. She is aware of the need for children to rest and relax after a busy day at school. n The childminder understands the importance of establishing trusting relationships and supporting children's emotional well-being in order that they feel safe and secure in her home. She knows the importance of working closely with parents and other settings children attend. She describes how she would successfully share information to promote continuity of care. n The childminder keeps her training and professional development up to date.

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This provision meets requirements

She refreshes her skills and uses support from local authority advisors and her own reading and research to keep her knowledge current.

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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 EY487246 Local authority Buckinghamshire Inspection number 10280689 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 1 Date of previous inspection 30 August 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2015. She lives in Loudwater, in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. The childminder provides care before and after school only during term time and wraparound care during some school holidays.

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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 provider and has taken that into account in her evaluation of the provider. n The inspector looked at documentation, including the childminder's qualifications and training, and evidence of the suitability of members of the household. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable. n The inspector had discussions with the childminder about how she organises her provision and routines to meet children's individual needs. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to meet the safeguarding and welfare requirements when minding early years children.

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Inspection activities

14 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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Inspection activities

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