Childminder in Leicestershire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a wide variety of resources and toys that support all ages and stages of children's development. She confidently discusses how she provides activities that link closely to children's interests and support their learning further. n The childminder has a secure knowledge of safeguarding matters. She knows where to report any concerns she may have about children's safety and any action to take if an allegation is made against herself or a household member. The childminder understands local safeguarding reporting procedures. n The childminder demonstrates a strong commitment to developing her knowledge and improving her practice. She uses links with the local authority advisory service to develop her learning further. The childminder engages with online forums and completes online training. She attends childminding groups, which enable her to share experiences and knowledge with other professionals.

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This provision meets requirements

The childminder ensures that mandatory training is up to date, including a paediatric first-aid certificate. n The childminder demonstrates how she adopts a positive approach to managing children's behaviour. She discusses how she talks calmly to children and models positive behaviours, such as sharing and turn-taking. The childminder celebrates children's achievements and offers age-appropriate explanations to develop children's understanding and emotional well-being. n The childminder understands the importance of working closely with parents. She shares information with parents on a daily basis and discusses the activities and experiences the children have. The childminder will build strong relationships with families through home visits and shared ideas to help develop children's learning. n The childminder discusses how she supports healthy lifestyles. She recognises the importance of outdoor play and healthy eating. The childminder will promote

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This provision meets requirements

physical activities through visits to local parks and soft-play centres. She obtains information in relation to children's dietary needs and works with parents to ensure these needs are met.

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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 225616 Local authority Leicestershire Inspection number 10355440 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 29 November 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1986 and lives in Market Harborough, Leicestershire. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5pm, Monday to Thursday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a relevant qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The inspector and childminder discussed how she would deliver the educational programmes for the children. n The childminder discussed her intentions for children's learning with the inspector. n The inspector viewed key documentation.

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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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