Childminder in Devon

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder provides a welcoming environment for children and their families. She prioritises making children feel at home and becoming confident individuals. The childminder is kind and caring, and talks confidently about how she has developed good relationships with children and their families. She describes the high expectations she has of children's behaviour and how she develops children's independence as they get older. n The childminder discusses how she builds a curriculum based on what children already know and what they need to do next. She works closely with parents to find out children's individual starting points. She describes how she provides the children with meaningful and enjoyable activities linked to their interests. The childminder uses questioning with children to develop their understanding and frequently introduces new vocabulary as children play. n The childminder understands the need to promote children's health. She

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discusses how she provides a variety of activities to support children's physical development, such as through the use of scooters and ball games in the garden. She provides healthy snacks for the children to eat and talks to children about the importance of a healthy diet. She considers children's individual dietary and medical needs, and teaches children about the importance of keeping those with allergies safe from harm. n The childminder works in partnership with other professionals to support children's development. She has close links to the local pre-school and school, and shares relevant information with them about the children they share care of at daily drop-offs and pick-ups. n The childminder is reflective. She has recently carried out a comprehensive review of the service she provides and has identified areas for development. She works alongside her local authority adviser to ensure she is up to date with

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recent changes to early years education. n The childminder undertakes regular safeguarding training. She can recognise the signs and symptoms of abuse, and understands how to report any concerns she might have about a child. She understands the need to keep a record of any accidents the children may have and to keep an accurate register of attendance. The childminder makes regular risk assessments of her home, including ensuring children do not go near the oven and minimising risks linked to her pets.

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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 104388 Local authority Devon Inspection number 10307943 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 19 Date of previous inspection 21 March 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1994 and lives in Bere Alston, Devon. She provides care from 7am to 8.30am and 3.20pm to 6pm, Monday to Friday during term time, and from 7am to 6pm during school holidays. The childminder holds a relevant qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider received since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. 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 spoke to the inspector about children's learning and development with a particular focus on communication and language. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

8 November 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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