Childminder in Sandwell

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Previous inspection Not Met (with actions)

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a secure knowledge of safeguarding and understands her responsibility to safeguard children. She knows the potential signs and indicators that may suggest that children are at risk. The childminder updates her knowledge of safeguarding every year. She is clear about the referral procedures to follow if she has any concerns about children. n The childminder describes how she would make sure that the areas of her home used for childminding are safe and secure for children. She plans to section off areas of her large garden so that children have a secure grassed and paved area to play in. She holds a paediatric first-aid qualification. n The childminder has a strong knowledge of the learning and development requirements. She understands the areas of development and confidently talks about her curriculum. Furthermore, she describes how she will organise the environment and routine so that children can spend lots of time playing. She

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intends to follow children's interests and help them make progress through questioning and challenge. She discusses her intention to observe children's progress to help her identify any gaps in their development. n The childminder explains how she will develop a supportive partnership with parents. She describes how she will talk with parents to find out about their children. She plans to talk to them every day about what their children have been doing. She will use development guidance to help her share information about children's progress and to support learning at home. n The childminder prioritises professional development. She accesses a wide range of training opportunities to keep her early years knowledge up to date. She is proactive in accessing support and advice from, for example, the local authority. n The childminder talks with passion about the range of activities that she plans to do with children. These include trips out to local parks and nature areas for fresh

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air and exercise. She is keen to use the local library to support children's love of reading. In addition, she is excited to support children's understanding of healthy eating by providing cooking and baking activities. n The childminder discusses how she will encourage positive behaviour and provide clear boundaries for children. She explains how she will encourage children to have good manners and help them form friendships. She describes how she will help children to develop their understanding of the diverse local community and of the wider world.

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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 EY545239 Local authority Sandwell Inspection number 10279336 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 1 December 2022

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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 childminder described how she would plan and provide a range of activities for children. n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed with the childminder the safety and suitability of the premises. n The childminder explained how she would keep children safe. n The inspector viewed a range of documentation, including suitability checks and the paediatric first-aid certificate.

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Inspection activities

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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