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n The childminder has a secure understanding of how to safeguard children. She knows the possible signs and symptoms of abuse and how to refer any concerns to relevant agencies. The childminder demonstrates a secure knowledge of child protection issues, such as children who might be at risk from county lines gangs or extreme behaviours. n The childminder completes daily checks and risk assessments of her home. She identifies any hazards to children and takes steps to remove or minimise them. n The childminder explains how she plans her curriculum. She has systems in place to monitor children's progress and to swiftly identify any gaps in their learning. She explains how she supports a two-way flow of information with parents, so that children's learning can be continued at home. n The childminder has high expectations for children's behaviour. She explains how she helps children develop good social skills, build confidence and

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resilience, and how she promotes sharing, turn taking and respect for others. The childminder discusses how she makes sure children are emotionally ready for the move to school, and are independent in managing self-care routines. n The childminder understands the importance of encouraging children to adopt a healthy lifestyle. She explains how her menus are planned to give children a choice of balanced, nutritious meals and consider individual dietary needs. Children are given opportunities to be physically active and spend time outdoors, such as visiting the local park on the walk home from school. n The childminder recognises the value of working closely with parents and other professionals to help promote children's safety, continuity of care and learning. n The childminder explains how she keeps her knowledge up to date and refreshes her training. For instance, she has recently improved her understanding of

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working with children who have autistic spectrum disorder. The childminder receives support from local authority advisers, links with other childminders, and completes a broad range of training online.

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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 EY219249 Local authority Doncaster Inspection number 10298979 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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Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 17 Date of previous inspection 11 May 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2001. She operates from 3pm to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday during term time. During the school holidays, she operates Monday to Thursday from 7am to 6pm, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a childcare qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organised different aspects of learning. n The inspector discussed safeguarding and child protection with the childminder. n The inspector discussed professional development and recently completed training with the childminder. n The inspector talked to the childminder about how she evaluates the provision and keeps up to date with information.

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20 June 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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20 June 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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