Childminder in Wiltshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates, through discussion, a good understanding of the early years foundation stage curriculum. She provides a range of opportunities and activities to support children's learning linked to their interests. For example, older children are encouraged to participate in gardening and enjoy learning to cook new recipes. n The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents. She develops trusting relationships with her families and gathers information from parents before children start. n Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates how she values inclusivity and explains how she meets children's individual needs. n The childminder explains how she teaches children to understand the expectations at her setting, and how she encourages children to behave positively. For example, the childminder teaches children about the importance of road safety when walking to school.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder knows how to use self-evaluation to review her practice. She regularly attends training for her own professional development to ensure she is up to date with any changes. n The childminder knows how to safeguard and protect children. There is an open and positive culture around safeguarding that puts children's interests first. n The childminder ensures her home is safe and suitable for children. She knows how to identify potential hazards and completes risk assessments to minimise the risk to children. For example, she ensures the garden is secure and any hazardous items are kept out of reach of children.

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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 161855 Local authority Wiltshire Inspection number 10346939 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 5 Date of previous inspection 24 August 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1985. She lives in the Monkton Park area of Chippenham, Wiltshire. She operates before and after school only, during term time. She also operates 8am to 5pm during school holidays for school-age children.

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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 provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The inspector viewed the provision and the childminder discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The inspector discussed the childminder's understanding of the requirements of the early years foundation stage. n The inspector checked documentation, including the childminder's suitability to work with children. n

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Inspection activities

28 June 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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