Childminder in Buckinghamshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a good understanding of the early years foundation stage. She explains how she will work in partnership with parents to support children's learning and development. A wide range of age-appropriate toys and play equipment is available in the childminder's home. Her premises are well stocked with an extensive range of toys to keep children occupied and engaged in their play and learning. n The childminder has a very good understanding of how to keep children safe. Through discussion, the childminder shows a secure knowledge of the signs and symptoms of abuse. This includes very good knowledge of broader topics, such as county lines and radicalisation. She can discuss the process for reporting any concerns in a timely and effective way. The childminder knows what to do in the event of an allegation against herself or member of the household. n The childminder understands the role of self-reflection to develop her practice

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and skills. She explains how she will seek the views of children and parents to help her to identify areas for further improvement. n The childminder is aware of assessment processes to identify children's starting points in learning and to monitor their ongoing progress. She understands the importance of working closely with parents to regularly share this information to promote consistency in children's learning. n The childminder demonstrates an appropriate understanding of how to manage children's behaviour. She understands the importance of supporting children to manage their emotions, have respect for others and to share. n The childminder has a clear understanding of children's good health. For example, she will provide children with healthy meals and snacks. The childminder also explains how she will promote children's physical health through active play. n The childminder attends plenty of training. For example, she has recently

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completed training to enable her to support children's understanding of positive and unwanted behaviour This helps to extend her already strong skills and knowledge even more. n All children are welcome in this inclusive setting. The childminder explains how she will introduce various activities and experiences to meet all children's unique needs.

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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 2605634 Local authority Buckinghamshire Inspection number 10289089 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 2 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 2021 and lives in Haddenham. She operates all year round from 7am to 7pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an approprite childcare 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 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 and plan for children's learning and development needs. 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

27 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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