Childminder in Sefton

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder is very experienced and has a strong knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage. She discusses the importance of children learning through play. The childminder describes how she would use children's interests to motivate them to gain new skills. She is confident in her plans to help prepare children for the next stage in their education. n When children start to attend, the childminder has established methods to gather information from parents. She gains information about children's routines, what they enjoy and what they can do. The childminder explains how this information is used to help children to feel secure and supported as they settle. n Children's safety is prioritised by the childminder. She operates her provision from the ground floor of her home. This is safe and suitable for childminding purposes. n Children will have access to calm spaces to play, read and relax. Books, creativity

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and singing are priorities for the childminder. There are opportunities for children to explore and access a varied curriculum. Children will engage in activities such as gardening and cooking. The childminder is committed to ensuring children learn about differences that exist in society by learning about different cultures. These activities are intended to help children develop respectful attitudes. n The childminder understands how to promote children's good health. She describes encouraging children to eat a range of healthy meals and snacks. The childminder values outdoor learning. Children will have access to a safe, enclosed garden to play and learn in. The childminder also plans an exciting range of daily walks in the local environment to learn about nature and the community in which they live. Visits to the beach and play areas will support children's physical development, as they can run, climb and develop their

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coordination skills. n The childminder is aware of the need to reflect on and evaluate her practice to ensure continuous improvement. She accesses a wide range of relevant training and is committed to continuously improving her knowledge. As a result, she demonstrates an excellent knowledge of how children learn and describes interesting activities and experiences. n Partnerships with parents are extremely important to the childminder. She describes how she will involve parents in assessing their children's development and ask for their input when planning experiences for children. She confidently explains her plans for the regular exchange of information with parents regarding children's progress. n The childminder has an excellent understanding of how she will promote children's positive behaviour. She explains that children will be supported to treat others respectfully. Younger children will be encouraged to label their feelings

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and emotions. The childminder will help older children explore strategies to regulate their emotions. She will also reward good behaviours, such as sharing equipment and using good manners.

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This provision meets requirements

26 February 2025 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 EY346140 Local authority Sefton Inspection number 10372623 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 5 Date of previous inspection 29 April 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2006 and lives in Crosby, Liverpool. She operates from 7.30m to 5.30pm Monday to Friday all year round, excluding bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed how the childminder will deliver educational programmes for early years children, including the activities, experiences and resources she will provide. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder to assess her knowledge of the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the early years foundation stage. n A range of relevant documentation was sampled by the inspector, including evidence of the childminder's suitability and training. n The childminder showed the inspector the areas of the property she uses for childminding purposes.

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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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26 February 2025 26 February 2025 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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