Childminder in West Berkshire

Met

Previous inspection Not Met (with actions)

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a good understanding of her role and responsibilities. Since her last inspection, the childminder has reviewed all her risk assessments. She could explain verbally how she will teach children to be aware of risks and learn how to keep themselves safe. n The childminder has effective systems in place to help her find out information about children and their families prior to starting with her. She knows the importance of working collaboratively with parents and school teachers to complement the care and education children receive elsewhere. n The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of how to protect children. This includes, for example, knowing the procedure to follow if an allegation is made against the childminder or a member of her household. The childminder knows what to do if she has a concern about a child in her care. She explains how she will share information for online safety to help keep children safe.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has high expectations for children's behaviour and attitudes. She is aware of how to successfully promote the ways children listen to each other, share and take turns and are respectful. The childminder knows the importance of being a positive role model. n Effective practice is in place to help children to be independent, self-aware and confident. For instance, the childminder explains how she will encourage children to self-serve their food and drinks during snack time. n The childminder is aware of how to promote healthy lifestyles. For example, she describes how she will offer children a range of outdoor activities so they can benefit from fresh air and physical exercise. n The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of the early years foundation stage. She explains how she will provide a broad range of activities and resources for children. The childminder understands how to interact

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This provision meets requirements

purposefully so that children can build on their knowledge and understanding. The childminder describes how she will encourage children to develop a love of books. She explains how she will encourage children to focus on language, communication and literacy. n The childminder is reflective of her practice and regularly updates her knowledge through training and research to enhance her skills further.

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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 EY437917 Local authority West Berkshire Inspection number 10258364 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 7 Date of previous inspection 22 September 2022

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2011. She lives near Newbury, Berkshire. The childminder works Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, from 8am to before school and from after school to 6pm, term time only.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The inspector viewed the childminder's home and garden. She discussed safety and risk assessment with the childminder. n Discussions took place in regard to safeguarding matters. The inspector sampled relevant documentation and written feedback from parents. n The childminder explained how she plans her provision of care and how she works in partnership with school and parents. n Although there were no children in the early years age range present at the time of this inspection, there were children present who were over the age of five years. Observations took place to assess the quality of interaction between the childminder and the older children present.

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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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Inspection activities

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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