Childminder in Nottinghamshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder knows how to safeguard children. He understands the signs and symptoms which may indicate a child's welfare is at risk and knows how to respond if he has concerns about a child in his care. n The childminder is aware of the importance of undertaking regular observations and assessments of children's development and he understands how to plan for their next steps. He can effectively explain how to promote all areas of learning. n The childminder has a range of resources and toys for children to play with. He is aware of how to plan activities based around children's interests. n The childminder shows an understanding of the importance of working in partnership with parents. He knows the information he needs to gather when children first start, and how to keep parents involved in their children's learning and development. n The childminder understands how to promote children's good health and the

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importance of providing a healthy and balanced diet. He is clear about why it is important to support children's emotional well-being and build strong relationships with them, so they develop positive attitudes to learning, and feel safe and secure. n The childminder demonstrates how he will teach children to respect and value other people's opinions and learn to behave well. He can explain how he will offer a variety of experiences to children, to help them gain a clear understanding of the world around them. n The childminder has a suitable knowledge of how to evaluate the quality of his practice. The childminder showed that he can identify areas for development and how to access training and the support networks available to him.

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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 EY294887 Local authority Nottinghamshire County Council Inspection number 10300104 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 6 Date of previous inspection 24 January 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2004 and lives in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire. He operates all year round, from 7am until 6pm from Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. He works closely with his wife, who is also a registered childminder.

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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 discussed the policies and procedures with the childminder and viewed documentation that he will use when caring for children. n The inspector toured the areas of the premises used by children and discussed the equipment and toys available. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder and took into consideration the suitability checks. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how he intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning.

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Inspection activities

13 July 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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