Childminder in Lancashire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage. She explains the importance of children learning through play. The childminder describes how she would use children's interests to help them acquire new skills. She is confident in her plans to help prepare children for the next stage in their education. n Children's safety is prioritised by the childminder, her home is safe and suitable for childminding purposes. The childminder understands that keeping children safe is her responsibility. She has procedures in place that she would follow if she had any concerns about children's safety. The childminder attends safeguarding training to help keep her knowledge up to date. n Children will have access to calm spaces to play and read. Books, relaxation and enjoyment are priorities for the childminder. There are opportunities for children

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to explore and access a varied curriculum. Children will engage in activities to learn to value the world in which they live. The childminder is committed to ensuring children learn about differences that exist in society by learning about different cultures. These activities are intended to help children develop respectful attitudes. n The childminder understands how to promote children's good health. She describes encouraging children to talk about healthy foods and the importance of drinking water. The childminder values outdoor learning. Children will have access to a garden to play and learn in. They will also enjoy daily walks in the local environment to learn about nature and the community in which they live. Visits to play areas will support children's physical development as they can run, climb and develop their coordination skills. n The childminder is aware of the need to reflect on and evaluate her practice to

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ensure continuous improvement. She continuously improves her knowledge by accessing relevant training. As a result, she demonstrates a good knowledge of how children learn. n Partnerships with parents are extremely important to the childminder. She describes how she will involve parents in assessing their children's development. In addition, she will ask for their input when planning experiences for children. She will regularly exchange information with parents regarding children's progress. This will help to support parents to continue their child's learning at home. n The childminder has an excellent understanding of how she will promote children's positive behaviour. She explains that children will be supported to treat others respectfully. She will reward good behaviours, such as sharing equipment and using good manners.

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This provision meets requirements

13 September 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 EY436900 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 10350924 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 0 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 14 September 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2011 and operates from the home of another registered childminder, in Preston, Lancashire. The childminder operates all year round, from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She holds qualified teacher status and works with an assistant. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed how the childminder will deliver educational programmes for early years children, including the activities, experiences and resources she will provide. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder to assess her knowledge of the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the early years foundation stage. n A range of relevant documentation was sampled by the inspector, including evidence of the childminder's suitability and training.

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Inspection activities

13 September 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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