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n The childminder demonstrates a robust understanding of the signs and symptoms that may indicate a child is at risk of harm or abuse. She attends local safeguarding update meetings and knows the procedure to follow if she has concerns about a child. The childminder knows what to do in the event an allegation was made against her, or any household member. n The childminder understands the importance of working effectively with parents and other settings children attend. The childminder explains how she will give parents daily updates on activities their children enjoy and developmental progress they make. She works in close partnership with the school that older children attend and shares relevant information with children's teachers. The childminder explains her intent to do the same if she had a child who attended another early years setting. n The childminder explains how she will support children's learning and

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developmental progress through a well-rounded and balanced curriculum. She intends to focus on children becoming independent and ready for school. This will include helping children to manage their own self-care needs, such as getting dressed. The childminder plans to encourage young children to become more confident and able to use their communication skills with their peers. n The childminder understands how to manage children's behaviour appropriately. She explains the importance of teaching children why certain behaviours are not appropriate and the consequences that could happen if children behave in certain ways. The childminder has a clear set of rules that children in her home must follow. n The childminder knows that children need to learn to keep themselves safe. She plans to ensure that all children who attend her setting understand road safety. She explains how she keeps children safe on their walk home from school and

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describes the rules she has in place. The childminder explains that young children need to learn how to manage their own risks. For instance, she will teach them how to use larger equipment in local parks. n The childminder knows how to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. She understands the importance of early intervention and sharing any developmental concerns with parents and external agencies. The childminder knows how to adapt her setting to be inclusive of all children. n The childminder is highly reflective of her practice and attends regular training courses to keep her knowledge up to date. She describes a range of recent courses she has attended, including safeguarding, safer eating and supporting babies' early development.

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18 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 EY463594 Local authority Derby Inspection number 10376243 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 6 Number of children on roll 18 Date of previous inspection 22 May 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2013 and lives in Littleover, Derbyshire. She operates term time only and provides care before and after school from 7.30am to 8.55am and 3.15pm to 6pm, Monday to Friday. She holds a level 3 early years qualification.

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n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises their early years provision, including the aims and rationale for their early years foundation stage curriculum. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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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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