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n The childminder has carried out robust risk assessments of her premises. She has identified and minimised risks throughout her property. The childminder understands the importance of animal safety and has implemented procedures to prioritise children's health and safety. n The childminder plans to provide freshly made, home-cooked meals for children every day. She understands the importance of providing healthy, balanced and nutritious meals for children. Furthermore, the childminder demonstrates a good understanding of the importance of oral hygiene. She plans to implement routines that promote good oral hygiene and encourage and teach children to look after their teeth. n The childminder has a good understanding of school readiness and what children need to learn in preparation for moving on to their next stage of learning. She plans to offer opportunities for children to develop their independence, language development and confidence. Additionally, the

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childminder plans to work in partnership with schools to enable a smooth transition for children. n The childminder discusses the importance of developing children's speech and language skills. She demonstrates a good understanding of how to teach children these skills throughout their play. For example, she will promote role play to enable opportunities for children to talk and communicate with each other. She also plans to offer reading opportunities every day and understands how to differentiate activities to meet the needs of different ages and abilities of children. n The childminder has previous experience of caring for children who speak English as an additional language. She understands how children learn and the importance of teaching the English language in preparation for school. She demonstrates a good knowledge of how children learn a new language and how she can support their continued progress.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder discusses her experience of working with children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). She is confident to identify gaps in children's learning and demonstrates a good knowledge of how she can support children's progress in the setting. Furthermore, she is aware of how to gain additional support from other professionals when needed. n The childminder is passionate about teaching children empathy and developing an understanding of the similarities and differences between them. She plans on teaching children about a range of festivals and events that are relevant to their community, helping children to gain a deeper understanding of how different people live and teaching children to be respectful. n The childminder has a good knowledge of safer recruitment guidance. She plans on recruiting a new assistant in the near future and understands the procedures to follow. Additionally, the childminder has a good understanding of the

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requirements of her registration and when she should inform Ofsted of changes and updates to the setting.

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This provision meets requirements

14 March 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 EY455294 Local authority Central Bedfordshire Inspection number 10375962 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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Total number of places 3 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 10 May 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2013 and lives in Leighton Buzzard. She operates all year round, from 9am to 3pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides government funded early education for all eligible children and holds an appropriate early years qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder and the inspector completed a tour of the setting, and the childminder discussed the risk assessments she has completed. n The childminder demonstrated her knowledge and understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The childminder discussed the learning opportunities she would provide for children and how she would plan the early years curriculum. n The childminder showed the inspection relevant documentation during the inspection. n The childminder discussed how she would support children with SEND.

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14 March 2025 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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14 March 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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