Childminder in Lincolnshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder discusses how she would provide a curriculum that builds on what children know and can already do. She discusses the importance of preparing children for the next stage in their education. The childminder explains how she would provide a wide range of activities based on children's curiosity and interests, to help them learn and progress. n The childminder is aware of how to teach children the importance of leading healthy lifestyles. She discusses how she would provide healthy snacks and meals throughout the day. Children would be encouraged to keep themselves fit and active through regular visits to the park, engaging in 'sports days' and visits to soft-play centres. n The childminder describes how she would keep children safe and secure in her care. She explains how she teaches children road safety skills while in the local community, and describes how she would minimise potential hazards in her

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home. n The childminder explains how she would work closely with parents to keep them informed of their child's progress. She would use software that enables her to share this progress online for parents to access. The childminder also describes how she would use diaries and face-to-face feedback on a daily basis. This would enable parents to see how the childminder is supporting routines, such as nappy changing and sleep times, for children. n The childminder describes how she supports children to learn in the local environment. For example, she would provide trips to local libraries, farms and toddler groups. The childminder discussed how this would benefit the children. They would learn to build their knowledge of the local community, their social skills and love of reading through access to a wide variety of books. n The calm and caring childminder talks about the importance of providing a clear,

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consistent set of 'house rules' in her home. She discusses the importance of behavioural expectations being fairly and consistently applied, re-enforcing positive and thoughtful behaviour. The childminder discusses how she strengthens children's emotional interactions and resilience, helping them to understand a range of emotions and feelings. n The childminder discusses the importance of how she would work closely with other professionals to ensure the needs of children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are met. She explains how she would swiftly engage the help of other professionals, to ensure children receive the best support to progress well. n The childminder is dedicated to ensuring her knowledge of safeguarding is consistently up to date. She is able to identify and report any concerns she may have about a child in her care. The childminder understands her responsibility to record and report any concerns she may have about another professional.

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This provision meets requirements

19 April 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 954403 Local authority Lincolnshire Inspection number 10338350 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 10 September 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2001 and lives in Heighington, Lincoln. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6.30pm, from 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 that into account in their evaluation of the childminder. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises their early years provision, including the aims and rationale for their early years foundation stage curriculum. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

19 April 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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19 April 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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