Childminder, Out-of school day care in Plymouth

This provision meets requirements

Children are happy and settled. The childminder knows the children she cares for exceptionally well and has formed good relationships with them. Children demonstrate high levels of confidence and self-esteem. The childminder provides a stimulating and engaging home from home that helps to keep children engaged and motivated in their play. Children participate in activities eagerly and make choices in their play.

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This provision meets requirements

Children have access to a good range of age-appropriate resources and play materials. Children thoroughly enjoy spending time working together using building kits. Children play cooperatively with each other and are caring and courteous. The childminder interacts well with children, and they are confident asking her for help or support. The childminder has a playroom inside and a garden for the children to play outside. Children are very familiar with the environment and show good levels of independence when playing.

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need to do better?

n The childminder is a good role model for the children. She helps children to solve problems and to recognise their own achievements. For example, the children enjoy making music with a range of instruments and the childminder is quick to celebrate their efforts and shares in the children's joy. n The childminder knows the importance of working in partnership with parents. She communicates regularly with parents and ensures that key pieces of information about each session are shared when children are collected. n Children enjoy a wide range of foods at mealtimes, and routines and expectations have been established so that the eating experience is inviting for the children. Children chat animatedly with each other while engaging in quality social experiences. n The childminder understands the importance of sharing information to support children's learning. She communicates effectively with other settings the children

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attend. This helps to ensure that children receive continuity of care. n Children receive good-quality care and have plenty of stimulating activities available during their time with the childminder. They particularly enjoy reading, drawing with chalks and talking with each other. n The childminder makes sure that children understand the importance of healthy living. She encourages all children to have a drink of water on entering the setting after school and she talks to them about the healthy, balanced meal they have while with her. n The childminder manages children's behaviour well. She models appropriate behaviour, such as good manners, and she gives children lots of positive praise.

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17 May 2023 n The childminder supports the children to be confident communicators as she values and praises their contributions to discussions. Children are keen to speak about their interests and hobbies. The childminder helps children to appreciate the need for everyone to be able to voice their ideas and opinions by helping them to take turns in conversations.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder is fully aware of her responsibility to safeguard children. She knows the signs that may mean children are at risk of harm. The childminder knows the local procedures to follow should she need to seek advice or report a concern about a child's welfare. The childminder knows what to do if an allegation is made about her. The childminder regularly risk assesses her home to ensure that it is suitable for the children she cares for. She understands the importance of keeping her safeguarding knowledge up to date and takes part in regular training.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 117404 Local authority Plymouth Inspection number 10288802 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 3 Date of previous inspection 1 November 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1996 and lives in the St Budeaux area of Plymouth, Devon. She operates all year round from 3.15pm and 5.40pm, Tuesday to Thursday.

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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 setting. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and the children. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how she ensures that they are safe and suitable. n Children spoke to the inspector during the inspection. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector.

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Inspection activities

17 May 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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