Childminder in Central Bedfordshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has maintained the policies and procedures she needs and describes how she uses current information to check that these are up to date. She details how she will keep the required records, such as attendance registers, to aid her in promoting children's safety and well-being. The childminder describes how she plans to work in partnership with parents, for example, to share information that enables her to provide pertinent care for children and promote their development. n The childminder describes how she will use her childcare qualification and experience to help form a secure base for her daily work with children. She details how she intends to keep her knowledge up to date and continue to meet the requirements of the 'Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage'. For example, she plans to continue to read current childcare literature and childcare updates. n Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of her

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responsibility to keep children safe and promote their welfare. She details the signs that would indicate possible concerns in a child's life and knows how to report these to the relevant agency. She explains how she keeps her knowledge up to date, for example, through reading current safeguarding literature. This supports her in understanding wider issues, such as radicalisation and the potential dangers linked to use of the internet. n The childminder illustrates how she intends to assess and monitor children's progress and plan play opportunities that correspond with their interests and help build on their knowledge and skills. The childminder explains how she will support children in developing their language and communication skills. For example, she details how she will use books and rhymes to introduce new vocabulary. n The childminder explains how she plans to carry out daily safety checks and risk

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assessments to aid her in considering possible risks and keeping children safe. She has kept an assortment of toys and equipment and describes how she will check these to ensure that they are safe for children to use. n The childminder describes how she intends to offer children healthy options at snack and meal times. She details how she will help children to appreciate the importance of healthy lifestyle practices. For example, she explains how she plans to use ongoing discussions and specific activities to aid children in understanding good oral hygiene practices. n Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates how she will manage children's behaviour and support them in understanding and managing this themselves. For example, she details how she will help children to take turns and settle minor disputes. The childminder explains how she intends to set a good example to children and aid them in recognising and appreciating diversity.

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This provision meets requirements

10 December 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 EY496195 Local authority Central Bedfordshire Inspection number 10372395 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 16 April 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2015 and lives in Dunstable. She operates all year round from 7am to 7pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3. She works with a co-childminder.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed areas of the home and garden that will be used for childminding. She viewed a selection of toys and equipment and talked with the childminder about how she plans to keep children safe. n The inspector talked with the childminder about how she intends to assess children's progress and promote their learning. n The inspector viewed relevant documentation, including the safeguarding procedures. She talked with the childminder about how she plans to work with her co-childminder and any assistants.

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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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10 December 2024 10 December 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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