Gibbons, Elizabeth Ann

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n The childminder provides a clean and well-maintained environment. She intends to offer a home-from-home environment. Children have different spaces to access, such as a chill-out room. The childminder has a variety of resources and intends to provide activities, such as cricket, board games, drawing and dressing-up clothes. n Children will be offered a range of healthy, balanced snacks. The childminder explains how she would offer fresh fruit and provide a water station throughout the session. The childminder has a secure knowledge of how to support children's understanding of healthy eating. n The childminder explains how she focuses on supporting children's behaviour and well-being. She explains how she would support children to be kind to others and develop empathy. The childminder wants children to be happy and able to manage their own feelings and behaviour. She talks about the different strategies she would use to support this. For example, she will spend individual

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time with children during activities and talk about different feelings and emotions. n The childminder is aware of potential risks to children within her home and the community. She has safety measures to ensure children remain safe in her care. For example, the childminder checks outdoor plants to ensure they are safe for children. She talks about how she would encourage children to use 'sensible walking' when outdoors. n The childminder reviews her own practice and the service she offers. She is able to identify areas of strengths and areas for improvement. For example, although the childminder has completed some training to support her professional development, she recognises that further training would be beneficial to refresh and update her current knowledge. n The childminder explains how she will support children to develop positive and trusting relationships. She recognises the importance of getting to know

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children's individual needs and interests. The childminder explains how she would develop strong partnerships with the parents, local schools and the children. She intends to share information and use any information gathered to plan activities and meals. n The childminder knows the main areas and signs of abuse. She demonstrates a suitable knowledge of local safeguarding concerns, such as radicalisation and female genital mutilation. The childminder knows what to do if she has a concern regarding a child. She understands the procedures to follow if an allegation is made against herself or a household member. The childminder has appropriate procedures in place for any accidents and incidents that may occur. She explains how she would carry out regular fire drills with children to support their understanding in the event of an emergency.

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This provision meets requirements

17 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 EY409265 Local authority Nottinghamshire County Council Inspection number 10295427 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 12 Date of previous inspection 18 December 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2010 and lives in Nottingham. The childminder is open Monday to Friday, 7.45am to 9am, and 3pm to 6pm, term time only.

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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 looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of those living on the premises. n The inspector viewed areas of the premises used for childminding. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to meet the safeguarding and welfare requirements.

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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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17 October 2023 17 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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