Childminder in Central Bedfordshire

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder minimises some risks around her home and garden and before taking children on outings. For example, she uses stair gates to prevent young children from climbing these unsupervised. However, some potential hazards, particularly with regards to the cleanliness of the premises and floors, are not adequately identified and minimised. The floor, carpet, sofa and chairs are very heavily stained and dirty, and debris is scattered in the hallway. This does not provide a suitable environment for children, especially those who may be crawling or playing on the floor. n The childminder establishes her understanding of each child's family dynamics, prior to them starting in her setting. She organises settling-in visits, taking into consideration the emotional needs of both the child and their parents. These opportunities provide time for each child and their family to settle and feel comfortable with the care and daily practice provided.

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n The childminder describes how she uses what she knows about each child to plan a range of appropriate learning opportunities that build on their different interests. She has a very good understanding about the importance of observing children's development and establishing what they need to learn next. The childminder explains how daily routines are also used to help children learn about expectations and practise the skills and knowledge they develop. n The childminder talks about supporting children's positive behaviour. She provides a child-centred environment and uses age-appropriate discussion. The childminder explains how she encourages children to think about their feelings. She has a range of teaching strategies to help children express how they feel, when they are unable to put this into words. The childminder explains how supporting children's personal independence, physical skills and ability to

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communicate, helps to prepare them for school. n The childminder describes how she adapts her service to reflect the different needs and heritage of all children attending. She says that she encourages parents to share home customs and celebrations, so she can explore these with all the children and enhance the curriculum opportunities she provides. The childminder encourages children to learn about the differences and similarities of others. n The childminder demonstrates a good knowledge about the importance of providing children with a balance of snacks, meals and treats. She understands about the benefits of children having a healthy diet and regular exercise to promote their good health. The childminder also understands about supporting children's growing awareness of their teeth and the importance of looking after these. n The childminder gives good attention to making sure that her knowledge and

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understanding of child protection issues is up to date. She regularly attends safeguarding training that includes child protection and wider safeguarding issues. The childminder knows how to identify and report any concerns she may have. She understands her role in teaching children how to manage their own

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10 August 2023 safety. This includes raising older children's awareness about online safety. n Parents speak highly of the childminder's practice. They say their children love attending and that the childminder has promoted their development very well across all areas of learning. Parents also appreciate the ideas she shares that enable them to further support their children's progress and achievements at home. n The childminder reflects on her practice. She is confident to undertake further training to develop her skills. In addition, she keeps all mandatory training up to date and ensures her assistant is supported to do this too.

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This provision does not meet 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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Due date

make sure that the premises are suitable, with particular regard to its cleanliness and the flooring. 06/09/2023

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY547326 Local authority Central Bedfordshire Inspection number 10306462 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 8 Date of previous inspection 25 April 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Sandy, Bedfordshire. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder's mother is registered to work as an assistant.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder has received since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The inspector and the childminder discussed the impact of the pandemic and the inspector has taken that into account in her evaluation of the childminder. n The childminder spoke with the inspector about her understanding of the requirements for safeguarding, welfare, learning and development. n The inspector viewed areas of the home used for childminding. The childminder talked about the learning and development opportunities she plans for the children and how she supports them to make progress from their starting points. n The childminder shared records, policies and procedures and the inspector reviewed these along with discussing the suitability checks of all adults living in the home. n Parents sent emails to the inspector with their views of the service the childminder provides.

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Inspection activities

10 August 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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Inspection activities

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