Childminder in Swindon

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder explains how she builds good working relationships with parents. She aims to encourage a sense of community among families, for instance by arranging outings together at a local farm park. She requests written feedback from parents about her provision. Parents comment positively on the trusting relationships they have with the childminder and how well she cares for their children. n The childminder understands the importance of having good partnerships with teachers at the local primary school. She aims to work closely with them to ensure collaborative working to promote the best outcomes for children. n The childminder understands how to promote children's health and safety. She ensures that all areas used by children are clean and free from hazards. She explains that she encourages children to get plenty of exercise and fresh air to promote their physical development. The childminder describes how she ensures

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their safety while travelling in the car and when out and about. n The childminder has high expectations for children's behaviour. She explains how she role models good manners and encourages polite words. She describes how she supports children to take turns when playing games together and teaches children to have respect for others. n The childminder explains how she enriches children's learning opportunities when out in the local community. She describes how she encourages children to talk to police officers to learn about their role. She talks of how she regularly takes children to local parks and farms to learn about nature and animals. n The childminder understands the importance of attending training and keeps her knowledge and skills up to date. n The childminder demonstrates an open and positive culture around safeguarding that puts the interests of children first. She knows how to recognise and report

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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 108835 Local authority Swindon Inspection number 10355196 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 10 Date of previous inspection 21 November 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1989 and lives in the Nythe area of Swindon, Wiltshire. She provides care for children from Monday to Friday, before and after school, all year round.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed the childminder's home and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The inspector spoke with the childminder about the leadership and management of the setting. n The inspector considered views of parents from their written feedback. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she safeguards and meets the individual needs of children.

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Inspection activities

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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