Childminder in Reading

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of how children develop. She knows how to assess their learning to help identify any gaps in their progress. The childminder is aware of the importance of providing targeted support to help children to catch up, if needed. She can describe how she will provide a variety of activities for children, to help build on their existing knowledge and skills. n The childminder is aware of the importance of building strong partnerships with parents. She understands the importance of sharing information with them, such as through daily discussions. n The childminder, and any assistants she employs, have a robust understanding of how to keep children safe. They are clear about the signs that might indicate that a child is at risk of harm and the correct procedures to follow. n The childminder is aware of her responsibility in teaching children the importance of leading a healthy lifestyle. For instance, following robust hygiene

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practices, being physically active and encouraging them to make healthy food choices. n The childminder recognises her responsibility in teaching children to respect and value others. She understands her role in setting clear rules and boundaries to guide children's positive behaviour. n The childminder, and any assistants she employs, have completed training to help keep their knowledge and skills up to date.

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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 EY288978 Local authority Reading Inspection number 10359849 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 5 December 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2004. She lives in Reading, Berkshire. She has a level 3 qualification in childcare. The childminder works from 7am until 6pm, all year apart from family holidays and bank holidays. The childminder works with an assistant.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder showed the inspector all areas of her home that she uses for childminding and explained how she organises her space and resources to meet children's care and learning needs. n The inspector asked the childminder questions to check her understanding of how children learn and develop. n The inspector sampled a range of documentation, including paediatric first-aid certificate and public liability insurance. n The inspector discussed the arrangements for safeguarding children, including the childminder's reporting procedures.

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Inspection activities

24 October 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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24 October 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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