Childminder in Leicestershire

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder has allowed her first-aid qualification to lapse while she is not caring for children. This is a breach of requirements. n The childminder demonstrates that she understands child development and knows how to provide age-appropriate activities based on children's interests. She plans to give children many opportunities to listen to stories and nursery rhymes to support their communication and language. She intends to interact with the children to encourage them to learn through their own play. n The childminder understands that she must assess what children know and can do. She explains how she will plan effectively to help children to make good progress, by setting learning goals for children. n The childminder demonstrates that she will provide a safe and secure learning environment for children. She explains how she will minimise or eliminate hazards through regular checks and risk assessments of her home.

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder explains how she will identify areas for improvement to her provision. She intends to ask parents for feedback, which she will consider when making changes. In addition, she will reflect on her practice so she can continually improve. n The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents. For example, she will gather information on children's routines and interests before they join her provision. This will help support individual needs and help her gain accurate starting points so she can help children to make progress. The childminder has a clear settling in procedure to help children feel safe and secure. n The childminder describes how she will support children's good behaviour and teach them important social skills. For example, she will explain the rules and boundaries in her home and teach children to be kind. She explains how she will talk to children about their feelings and encourage them to share and take turns.

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder understands how to promote healthy lifestyles for children. She understands the importance of daily exercise and outdoor play, to support children's physical health. Therefore, she will include regular walks and outings into her routines for children. n The childminder is aware of her responsibility to complete a written summary to show children's progress when they are aged between two and three years old. She knows to share this with parents. n The childminder has completed training to help to ensure her safeguarding knowledge is up to date. She understands the types and signs of abuse. She is confident about the processes to follow should she have concerns about children's welfare. The childminder knows what to do if there is an allegation made about her or a member of her household. She is aware of wider safeguarding issues, such as county lines and the risk of exploitation.

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This provision does not meet requirements

29 November 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

obtain an appropriate paediatric first-aid qualification. 09/12/2023

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2611840 Local authority Leicestershire Inspection number 10300940 Type of provision Childminder Registers Early Years 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 Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder was registered in 2021 and lives in Loughborough, Leicestershire. The childminder holds a relevant childcare qualification at level 3. The childminder operates from 6:45am to 6:45pm, Monday to Friday, except for 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 this into account in their evaluation of the childminder. n The childminder showed the inspector the areas of her home that she uses for childminding. She explained how she ensures that these are safe and suitable for children. n The childminder explained how she will provide an appropriate early years curriculum for children. n The childminder showed the inspector the policies and procedures and documentation that she uses when caring for children.

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Inspection activities

29 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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Inspection activities

29 November 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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