Childminder in Lincolnshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder ensures that everyone living in the household is suitable. She has a secure knowledge of safeguarding, including the 'Prevent' duty. She knows the different types of abuse and the signs and symptoms she might see that will alert her that a child's welfare might be at risk of harm. The childminder knows the reporting procedures to follow to ensure the safety of children. n The childminder has all the required documentation in place, such as a current paediatric first-aid certificate and a valid public liability insurance. n The childminder understands the importance of keeping children safe. She has suitable premises to care for children. She knows to carry out regular risk assessments of her home and garden to help to minimise risks to children. n The childminder understands how to manage children's behaviour successfully. She explains how she will value each child and remind them of positive ways to

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behave. The childminder will support children to understand why some behaviour is not acceptable and how their behaviour may impact on others. n The childminder discusses how she will provide for children's learning and development needs. For instance, she will promote children's communication and language skills by talking to them and introducing new words. The childminder will help children to gain an understanding of the world, for example, by taking them to a local woods to experience nature first hand. n The childminder shows that she knows how to build healthy routines for children, for example, by encouraging children to wash their hands before eating and after using the bathroom. The childminder will ensure that children have fresh air and exercise every day. n Partnerships with parents are important to the childminder. She explains how she will gather a variety of information about children when they first start. This

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will support her to offer a range of activities that engage and interest children. In addition, she will use daily conversations with parents to ensure children receive a good level of continuous care and support.

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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 2608206 Local authority Lincolnshire Inspection number 10289100 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 12 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in May 2021 and lives in Boston, Lincolnshire. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except the bank holidays, a week during the summer holidays and a week at Christmas. The childminder holds a relevant level 3 childcare qualification. She works alongside two assistants.

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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 held discussions with the childminder about her knowledge and understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how she ensures they are safe and suitable. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the curriculum for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as suitability checks and training certificates.

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13 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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