Childminder in Wokingham

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder is aware of her role in keeping children safe and protecting them from risk of harm. She is clear of the procedures to follow if she ever has concerns about a child's well-being. She understands the importance of completing regular checks of her home to identify and eliminate any potential risks. n The childminder knows how children learn and develop. She is aware of the importance of monitoring their progress to plan for their next steps and identify any emerging gaps in their progress. n The childminder acknowledges the importance of building strong relationships with parents and carers. She appreciates the importance of sharing two-way information with them to ensure continuity in children's care. n The childminder understands the importance of promoting healthy lifestyle habits, such as the value of making healthy food choices and encouraging children to be physically active. n The childminder knows the importance of teaching children to respect and value

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others. She acknowledges the importance of having clear rules and boundaries to help guide children's behaviour. n The childminder is committed to her ongoing professional development. She has completed all statutory training to keep her knowledge and skills up to date.

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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 2639226 Local authority Wokingham Inspection number 10295723 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 3 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 Reading, Berkshire. She operates Monday to Friday, between 8am and 6pm, all year round.

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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 viewed the areas of the home that children will use. n Discussions were held with the childminder about practice, including how she assesses children's progress and plans for their next steps. n The inspector viewed a range of relevant policies that the childminder has in place. n The inspector asked the childminder questions to establish her understanding of how to keep children safe.

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Inspection activities

5 September 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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5 September 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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