Childminder in Leicestershire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder is well organised. She implements a variety of records, policies and procedures to support her practice. The environment is clean, safe and secure. The childminder explains how she assesses risk and minimises potential hazards within the home. For example, she has fitted safety gates to prevent children from accessing areas unsupervised. The gate in the rear garden is kept locked, so when children are playing outside they cannot leave the area unsupervised. n The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of her role and responsibility to safeguard children. She understands the signs and symptoms which may indicate a child's welfare is at risk and knows how to respond if she has concerns about a child in her care. n The childminder is aware of the importance of undertaking regular observations and assessments of children's development and understands how to plan for their next steps. She offers children a broad range of enjoyable activities in her

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home and in the local community to help promote their ongoing development. The childminder talks to children about their interests and uses these to plan engaging activities. n The childminder explains the approach she takes to ensure children of various ages are supported. She is clear about the importance of supporting children's emotional well-being and building strong relationships, so they develop positive attitudes to learning and feel safe and secure. n The childminder understands the importance of sharing and exchanging information with other settings early years children attend. She intends to work closely with parents and gather information about children's needs when they start. She will keep parents informed and involved in their children's learning and development. n The childminder understands how to promote children's good health and the importance of providing a healthy and balanced diet. She is aware of the

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importance of physical activity and intends to use local parks and playgrounds to provide children with opportunities to engage in physical activities, such as climbing, balancing, jumping and running. n The childminder understands how to manage children's behaviour. She recognises the need to teach children to be independent and to help them develop their confidence and self-esteem. n The childminder recognises how important it is for young children to develop good communication and language skills. She describes how she would support these skills through quality interactions, stories and songs.

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This provision meets requirements

13 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 225749 Local authority Leicestershire Inspection number 10312316 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 11 Date of previous inspection 26 April 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1996 and lives in Wigston, Leicestershire. She operates all year round, Monday to Friday, from 7.20am until 5.30pm.

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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 toured the areas of the premises used by children and discussed how the childminder ensures they are safe and suitable. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the curriculum for children and undertake observation, assessment, and planning. n The inspector reviewed documents, such as evidence of training and insurance certificates. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder.

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13 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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