Childminder in Swindon

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands how to observe and plan for children's learning. She has a good knowledge of the areas of the early years foundation stage and describes how she would promote these within the setting to provide a challenging curriculum for children. She understands how to identify gaps in children's learning and how to seek help from outside agencies to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. n The childminder understands the importance of working with parents and other settings that children attend. She describes how she would provide detailed verbal and written feedback to ensure that parents are well informed about their child's learning and development needs. She would share children's progress with schools and other childcare settings to provide continuity of care for children. n The childminder is aware of her responsibility to keep children safe. She would

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conduct daily checks on her home to identify any risks, so she can remove potential hazards. She keeps her knowledge of safeguarding up to date with regular training. She understands the different types of abuse and the signs which children may present to indicate they may be at risk. The childminder knows how to record and report her concerns to the relevant agencies. n The childminder understands the importance of seeking the views of others to make improvements to her practice. For example, she explains how she would use monthly meetings with parents to ask for feedback about what is going well and what else they think she could be doing to further support the children and families she works with. n The childminder understands how to promote children's physical development and health. She explains, through discussions, how she intends to provide daily opportunities for children to enjoy fresh air and exercise. For instance, she

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would take children on walks and visits to local parks. n The childminder understands how to promote children's behaviour and respect for others. For example, she would teach children about turn taking, sharing and the effects of their actions on others to develop their social skills. She understands the importance of being inclusive and celebrating the uniqueness of the children and families who attend to promote diversity.

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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 EY422092 Local authority Swindon Inspection number 10263580 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 5 May 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2011. She lives in Highworth, Swindon. The childminder is available Monday to Friday between the hours of 7am and 6pm. She can offer childcare all year around.

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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 their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The inspector spoke to the childminder about her knowledge of how to safeguard children and ensure their well-being. n The inspector and childminder discussed her understanding of how to support children's learning and development.

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Inspection activities

23 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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