Childminder in Telford and Wrekin

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder is breaching a requirement of the early years foundation stage. She has not renewed her paediatric first-aid certificate. However, the childminder has booked onto a first-aid course to be completed in October 2023 to renew her certificate and refresh her knowledge. n The childminder has a secure knowledge of the learning and development requirements. She describes how she will organise the routine and environment to enable children to learn through play. She understands the areas of development and explains how she would provide a broad curriculum. She discusses how she intends to observe and monitor children's progress to swiftly identify any gaps in their development. n The childminder understands her responsibility to safeguard children. She describes the potential signs and symptoms of abuse and the risks of exposure to extreme views. The childminder has recently updated her knowledge of the

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procedures to follow if she needs to refer any concerns about children. She describes how she carries out risk assessments of the childminding space to ensure children are safe. n The childminder discusses the range of activities that she plans to provide for the children. These include trips to the local library, so that children can develop a love for books, and visits to the local park. n The childminder describes how she will encourage children's behaviour. She outlines her clear expectations and appropriate boundaries. The childminder understands the importance of helping children acquire good manners, build good friendships and value each other's differences. She plans to help children develop their understanding of the diverse world and local community by providing appropriate resources and visiting a wide range of local attractions. n The childminder understands the importance of working in close partnership

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with parents. Since her last inspection, she has considered how she engages with parents. She outlines how she will share information with parents using a daily diary and by talking with them every day. Furthermore, she intends to provide a weekly newsletter to include ideas of how parents can support learning at home. n The childminder intends to access a range of training to update her knowledge and understanding. She is proactive in seeking any advice and support from the local authority. Furthermore, she accesses a variety of online training. In particular, she intends to explore training around curriculum provision to ensure that she is offering a broad experience for children.

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19 September 2023 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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Due date

complete an approved paediatric first-aid course. 31/10/2023

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY303904 Local authority Telford & Wrekin Inspection number 10301765 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 12 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 24 January 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2005 and lives in Priorslee, Telford. The childminder operates all year round from 7.30am until 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She holds an appropriate childcare 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 viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The childminder discussed how she would plan and provide a range of activities for children. n The childminder explained how she would keep children safe. n The inspector viewed a range of documentation, including suitability checks.

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Inspection activities

19 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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19 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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