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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Vindhani Shaquila

Inspected 29 Nov 2024 · published 23 Dec 2024 · URN 226130

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  • Inspection date verified

    29 Nov 2024

  • Inspectors verified

    Ali Lancaster

  • Overall effectivenesssingle source

    Met

  • Previous overall verified

    Met

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder report

  • URN verified

    226130

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  • OverallMet

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Flesch 53, typical 47
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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a good understanding of how to deliver the requirements of the early years foundation stage and has kept up to date with changes. She demonstrates that she understands child development. She understands how to provide age-appropriate activities that will meet children's needs and support them to make progress from their starting points. n The childminder demonstrates that she will provide a safe and secure learning environment for children. She explains how she will minimise or eliminate hazards through regular checks and risk assessments of her home. She has all relevant documentation in place. For example, the childminder holds a current first-aid qualification and public liability insurance. n The childminder has a strong focus on outdoor learning. She understands the importance of daily exercise and outdoor play to support children's physical and mental health. The childminder will encourage children to explore and take risks

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This provision meets requirements

in the outdoor environment, which will enable children to learn how to take care of themselves. n The childminder demonstrates, through discussion, how she will support children's good behaviour. She understands that children need support to regulate their own behaviour and explains how she will support this through giving children space and time to calm down. She will talk to children about how their behaviour impacts on others. n The childminder is aware of the benefits of evaluating her practice. She intends to ask parents for regular feedback, which she will consider when making changes. In addition, she will reflect on her own practice so that she can continually improve. n The childminder completes annual training to help to ensure her safeguarding knowledge is up to date. She understands the types and signs of abuse. She is confident about the processes to follow should she have concerns about children's welfare. The childminder knows what to do if there is an allegation

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This provision meets requirements

made about her or a member of her household.

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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 226130 Local authority Leicestershire Inspection number 10359788 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 17 December 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2001 and lives in Oadby, Leicestershire. She holds a relevant qualification at level 3. She operates her provision all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder and the inspector completed a learning walk together. n The inspector viewed areas of the premises used for childminding. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she will support children's learning and development. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of those living in the premises. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to meet the safeguarding and welfare requirements when minding 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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Inspection activities

29 November 2024 29 November 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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