Childminder in Bath and North East Somerset

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands how to plan an ambitious curriculum and offer suitable learning opportunities to meet children's individual needs. She knows how to use assessments and observations of children's learning to support their progress. n The childminder is aware of current safeguarding legislation and understands how to keep her home free from potential hazards. For example, she has recently updated her pet policy and recognises the importance of teaching children how to be around pets as well as manage their own personal safety. n The childminder knows how to promote positive behaviour. She understands the need to teach children to respect others, to share and show good manners. n The childminder values working with parents and other settings that children attend to promote continuity in care. She knows how to incorporate parents' views to evaluate and improve her setting. n The childminder promotes healthy lifestyles. She knows the importance of

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This provision meets requirements

offering children nutritional snacks and drinks, such as fresh fruits and vegetables. She recognises the benefits of daily physical exercise for all children while promoting their independence skills.

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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 132930 Local authority Bath and North East Somerset Council Inspection number 10303305 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 0 Date of previous inspection 13 November 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2000 and lives in Keynsham, Bristol. She operates during school term time and occasionally during the school holiday, from 8am to 5.30pm, Tuesday to Thursday. She holds an early years 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 setting. n The inspector had a tour of the premises that are available for children and discussed the equipment and toys that are available with the childminder. n The inspector held conversations with the childminder about how she intends to support children's learning and development, and her understanding of keeping children safe. n The inspector considered how the childminder plans to work in partnership with parents and other professionals. n The inspector sampled relevant documentation, including the childminder's training certificates and insurance documents.

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Inspection activities

6 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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6 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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