Childminder in Cumberland

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a firm knowledge and understanding of safeguarding children and is aware of the procedure to follow should she be concerned about a child in her care or should an allegation be made. n The childminder has a clear understanding of how to meet the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage. She demonstrates her understanding of how to observe, assess and track children's progress in their learning and development. n The childminder maintains all required policies, records and documentation, and keeps herself up to date through regular networking, training and updates from her local authority early years service. n The childminder understands how to promote children's well-being. She shows an awareness of how to help children build positive relationships with others, make choices and be independent, in readiness for school. n The childminder understands the importance of supporting children to

p.2

This provision meets requirements

understand healthy lifestyles. She describes previous activities involving cooking and helping to grow fruits and vegetables in the childminder's garden. The childminder also understands the importance of children being active each day to develop their physical skills. n The childminder understands the importance of evaluating her practice, using feedback from parents, to identify areas for improvement. She has addressed recommendations from her last inspection, improving the partnership working with parents and the support for children's independence skills. n The childminder offers an inclusive service, understanding her role in supporting children with special educational needs and/or disabilities or those who speak English as an additional language. She demonstrates well how she promotes children's awareness of the wider world.

p.2

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.

p.2

Setting details

Unique reference number EY438673 Local authority Cumberland Inspection number 10305442 Type of provision Childminder

p.3

Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

p.3

inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8 Date of previous inspection 21 February 2018

p.3

Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in Carlisle, Cumbria. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

p.3

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 Although there were no children in the early age range present at the time of this inspection, there were children present who were over the age of five years. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. 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 inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder and how she keeps children safe.

p.3

Inspection activities

13 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.

p.3

Inspection activities

13 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.

p.4

Inspection activities

If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 1231, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk .

p.5

Inspection activities

You may reuse this information (not including logos) free of charge in any format or medium, under the terms of the Open Government Licence. To view this licence, visit www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/ , write to the Information Policy Team, The National Archives, Kew, London TW9 4DU, or email: psi@nationalarchives.gsi.gov.uk

p.5

Inspection activities

Interested in our work? You can subscribe to our monthly newsletter for more information and updates: http://eepurl.com/iTrDn .

p.5

Inspection activities

T: 0300 123 1231 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/ofsted

p.5