Childminder in Derbyshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder knows how to promote children's welfare and keep them safe from harm. She has a secure knowledge of the possible signs and indicators that a child may be at risk. She has a secure knowledge of a range of safeguarding subjects, for example the potential signs of radicalisation. The childminder knows the procedures to follow to report any concerns about a child's welfare, or if an allegation is made against herself or family member. n The childminder understands how to support children's learning and development. She discusses what she wants children to learn and the types of activities she will plan to support their progress. She highlights the importance of planning activities based on children's interests and closely monitoring their progress. The childminder understands the importance of seeking additional external support from other professionals for children who may need this. n The childminder explains how she will support children's communication and

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language skills. For example, by getting down to children's level, maintaining eye contact, repeating words clearly, encouraging them to answer questions and reading stories with them. n The childminder recognises the importance of having strong partnerships with parents. She values the role that parents play in their children's learning. She explains how she will share children's progress with parents and how she will help parents to support their children's development at home. n Through discussion, the childminder explains that she understands the importance of fresh air and physical exercise for the children. She plans to provide regular outings in the local area to parks and soft-play centres, as well as daily outdoor play in her garden. n The childminder has high expectations for children's behaviour. She intends to have house rules that the children will help to create. The childminder discusses

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the importance of supporting children to be kind to others, taking turns and sharing the toys. n The childminder speaks about the importance of helping children to develop their self-care skills. She intends to take every opportunity to teach children to do tasks for themselves, such as getting dressed, using cutlery, and washing their hands. The childminder understands the importance of this to prepare children for starting school. n The childminder understands the importance of keeping her skills and knowledge up to date. She attends training, such as first aid and safeguarding. The childminder reflects on her practice. She has recently changed her lounge around and removed a chair to give the children more space to play.

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This provision meets requirements

10 October 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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Setting details

Unique reference number EY225495 Local authority Derbyshire Inspection number 10300932 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 5 Date of previous inspection 9 January 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2002 and lives in Long Eaton, Derbyshire. The childminder provides care from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Wednesday, all year round, except for the week between Christmas and New Year, bank holidays and family holidays.

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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 her evaluation of the setting. n The childminder showed the inspector the areas of the premises that are used for childminding, to consider the children's safety. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about her knowledge and understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, including suitability checks and training certificates. n The childminder and inspector discussed the learning and development requirements within the early years foundation stage.

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Inspection activities

10 October 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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10 October 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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