Childminder in Leicestershire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a clear understanding of how to safeguard children's welfare. She is aware of the signs of abuse and understands how to keep children safe. She is aware of the procedures to follow to report any concerns. The childminder assesses her home for risks and the places she will visit with the children, so that they can play and learn safely. n Through discussion, the childminder clearly demonstrates how she will promote children's learning and development through play. She describes how she will support younger children to develop their speaking and physical skills and to feel safe and secure. The childminder talks of how she will help older children with activities to strengthen their small muscles before they are able to hold a pencil and learn to write. n The childminder understands how to observe and assess children's progress. She describes how she will use children's starting points and interests to plan

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activities and offer support to promote their next steps in learning. The childminder knows how to seek advice from other professionals for children who may need additional support. n The childminder knows how to support children to develop their understanding of good behaviour. She speaks of the importance of explaining to children how actions may affect others and how she explains acceptable behaviour. This includes helping children to learn that all children are individuals and are welcome into her home. n The childminder understands the importance of ensuring that children receive a healthy diet. She speaks of the support she will give parents with weaning babies. The childminder describes how she will talk to children about healthy foods and ensure they access fresh air and exercise, for example, by taking them to the local parks. n The childminder understands how to reflect on the quality of her practice to

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identify areas for further development. She attends training to improve her skills and knowledge. The childminder keeps her safeguarding and first-aid training up to date and meets with other childminders to stay informed of changes in the early years. She plans to seek the views of parents to help her evaluate her practice.

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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 2600230 Local authority Leicestershire Inspection number 10264659 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 7 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2020 and lives in Lubbesthorpe, Leicestershire. She operates all year round from 7am to 6.30pm, Monday to Thursday and 7am to 5.00pm Fridays, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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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 inspector viewed the home and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The childminder joined the inspector on a learning walk and talked to the inspector about her curriculum and what she wants the children to learn. n The inspector spoke with the childminder about the leadership and management of the setting. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation.

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Inspection activities

26 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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