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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a good understanding of the different ways in which children learn and develop. She is aware of the importance of monitoring progress and intends to offer a broad curriculum. The childminder is skilled at building on what children already know and can do, allowing them to gain knowledge, develop skills and make progress over time. n The childminder recognises the importance of supporting children's language skills. She understands that reading with children regularly, singing songs and introducing new words are essential in helping them develop their vocabulary range. n The childminder is aware of the importance of supporting children to make healthy food and exercise choices. She plans to take children outdoors to play, to support physical development on a daily basis. n The childminder values the importance of supporting children to develop their independence skills. She understands how to support children to look after their

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own self-care needs and develop confidence. n The importance of working closely with parents is understood by the childminder. She will keep parents updated on their children's progress with regular reports. By sharing information, she hopes to help parents support their children's learning at home. n The childminder knows how important it is to stay up to date with safeguarding legislation and practice, so she can protect children. The childminder is aware of when a child's welfare may be compromised and knows her responsibilities to report any concerns about a child. n The childminder understands the needs of families in the wider community and how to provide an inclusive service, where all children are welcome. n The childminder is aware of the need to evaluate her practice and ensure continuous improvement. She keeps up to date with relevant training. n A strong focus on helping children understand how their behaviour impacts

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others is understood by the childminder and she intends to guide children to be curious learners and to be kind and respectful to others.

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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 102400 Local authority Cornwall Inspection number 10394771 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 25 September 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1995 and lives in the village of Goonhavern, near Truro, Cornwall. The childminder provides care Monday to Friday, from 7am to 7pm. The childminder is also registered to provide childcare on domestic premises.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector assessed the childminder's knowledge and understanding of the requirements. n The inspector sampled a range of documentation and discussed relevant records that the childminder plans to use when caring for children. n The inspector looked at the spaces available for childminding, indoors and outdoors, and discussed the resources the childminder intends to provide. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to monitor children's development, plan for their learning and work in partnership with parents.

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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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