Childminder in Cheshire West and Chester

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a secure understanding of how to safeguard children. She knows the importance of providing a safe and secure environment. The childminder confidently discusses the signs and symptoms of abuse and the policies and procedures to follow if she has any concerns, to help keep children safe. n The childminder describes how she will observe children and plan learning opportunities that will capture their attention, interests and next stages of their development. She talks about how she will continually assess and monitor children's progress and will share this with their parents, to help plan an ambitious curriculum for all children. n Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates a secure understanding of the importance of working together with parents and other professionals. She explains how she will gather information about children's development and care needs when they first begin. The childminder talks about providing suggestions

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and guidance to parents, to help them further support their children's development at home. n The childminder explains how she plans to provide children with opportunities that contribute to a healthy lifestyle. She discusses how she will plan activities which enable children to be active and access fresh air outdoors. The childminder will promote good hygiene procedures and provide healthy snacks for children, taking into account any allergies or dietary requirements that they may have. n The childminder talks about the importance of children understanding rules, boundaries and following routines. She explains how she will be a positive role model, which will encourage children to have good manners and to be respectful to one another. The childminder also explains how she will celebrate children's achievements and will help children to behave positively. n The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of the importance of

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evaluating her provision. She discusses how she will gather regular feedback from parents and children to capture their views and opinions. She also explains how she will access additional training, to help develop her skills and practice, and further enhance the provision for children.

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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 EY417358 Local authority Cheshire West and Chester Inspection number 10289425 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 1 Date of previous inspection 24 November 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2010 and lives in Ellesmere Port. She operates all year round, from 7.45am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate 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 childminder. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning. n The childminder discussed her policies and procedures with the inspector and showed documentation that she 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.

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7 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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7 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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