Childminder in Nottingham

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder knows how to keep children safe and protect them from harm. The childminder is aware of the signs and symptoms of possible concerns about children's welfare. She is clear about the reporting procedures she must follow if she has concerns about a child's welfare or an allegation is made about herself or a family member. The provision is safe and secure for children. n The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn and develop. She describes how she will use observation and assessment to help her to plan for children's learning and development. The childminder knows the importance of planning a range of activities for children and how to support their learning through play. She explains how she will provide a broad curriculum that considers children's individual learning needs and interests. n The childminder discusses the importance of supporting children's emotional

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well-being and personal development. She explains how she wants children to become confident, have a strong identity and to treat each other with respect and kindness. The childminder explains the importance of providing an inclusive setting. She explains how she will teach children to respect each other's cultures and backgrounds. n The childminder understands the important role parents play in their children's education. She explains how she will share their children's learning with parents and help them to support their children's development at home. The childminder discusses how she intends to use the initial information she gathers from parents to help her to get to know children and their families, to help children to settle into her setting. n The childminder speaks about the importance of helping children to be independent. She intends to take every opportunity to teach children to complete tasks for themselves, such as putting their shoes and coats on, feeding

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themselves and washing their hands. The childminder understands the importance of this to prepare children for starting school. n The childminder has high expectations regarding children's behaviour. She knows how to manage children's behaviour in a positive manner and how to build sharing, turn taking and an understanding of others into daily activities. n The childminder shows a good understanding of how to ensure that children enjoy healthy lifestyles. For instance, she talks about providing balanced and varied meals and snacks. She intends to provide the children with opportunities to be active during outdoor play and on local outings. n The childminder recognises the value of keeping her professional development up to date and evaluating her provision to make positive changes for children and families. She discusses several recent training courses that she has attended. The childminder describes how these will help her to support

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This provision meets requirements

7 March 2024 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 EY490050 Local authority Nottingham Inspection number 10308474 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 26 March 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2015 and lives in Nottingham. She operates all year round from 8am until 5pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder has an early years qualification at level 2.

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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 viewed the areas of the premises that are used for childminding. The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver learning for children. 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.

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Inspection activities

7 March 2024 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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7 March 2024 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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