Childminder in Oxfordshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder explains the importance of sharing information with parents and other settings that children may attend. She describes how she will help children to feel safe and secure, by obtaining information from parents regarding their individual needs. The childminder also explains that she shares information with parents about children's progress and ways to help children continue their learning at home. n The childminder explains how she keeps her knowledge up to date and refreshes her skills. For example, she completes her own online research and training. n The childminder provides a clean, secure and suitable premises for providing childcare. She has a range of suitable resources which she can use to help children to develop in the seven areas of learning. n The childminder explains clear strategies for supporting children's communication and language development, including for children who speak

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English as an additional language. She describes how she will use songs, rhymes and books to encourage children to talk and will gather key words from parents to support children's understanding. n The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of how children learn. She is aware it is important to get to know each child's unique interests and capabilities and use these to plan activities to promote their development. The childminder will track children's progress and intends to use her assessments to plan for their next steps in learning. n The childminder recognises the importance of promoting children's good health. She knows to provide children with a healthy diet and regular opportunities for physical exercise outside in the fresh air. n The childminder keeps her paediatric first-aid training up to date. She is clear on her role and responsibilities in keeping children safe from harm. The childminder

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has a secure knowledge of local safeguarding concerns, which may affect children. She is confident in monitoring, recording and reporting concerns. The childminder keeps her home safe and will risk assess outings, ensuring children are safe by continually checking for hazards. 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.

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This provision meets requirements

22 June 2023 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 EY465756 Local authority Oxfordshire Inspection number 10285666 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 13 October 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2013. She lives in the town of Didcot, Oxfordshire. The childminder has qualified teacher status. The childminder is open from 3pm to 6pm during term time and from 8am to 6pm on a flexible basis during school holidays.

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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 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 checked the childminder's understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The inspector considered how the childminder plans to work in partnership with parents and other professionals.

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Inspection activities

22 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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22 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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