Childminder EY553281

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates that she has made significant improvements since her last inspection. She explains how she will ensure that her home is safe and secure. The childminder discusses how she will promote children's health and well-being through spending time outdoors and providing a variety of freshly prepared meals that take account of children's dietary needs. n The childminder discusses a clear understanding of the importance of building relationships with parents, children and other professionals involved in children's lives. She explains effective systems for communicating with parents to keep them informed about their child's day. The childminder talks about how she will spend time getting to know all about children's individual care routines, health needs and interests to enable her to provide care tailored to their needs. n The childminder explains how she will safeguard children and the signs that may

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indicate to her that a child is at risk of harm and neglect. She discusses how she keeps her knowledge of safeguarding up to date through relevant training. The childminder understands local referral procedures to follow if concerned about a child. She discusses how she will share her safeguarding policy with parents so that they understand her role in keeping children safe. n The childminder demonstrates appropriate ways of how she will support children with their behaviour and emotions. She explains how she will recognise children's efforts and achievements and the importance of sharing children's good behaviour with their parents. n The childminder demonstrates a clear knowledge of how to support children's development. She discusses how she will plan activities and share ideas with parents of ways they can continue their child's learning at home. The childminder explains how she will track children's progress and share this with

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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 EY553281 Local authority Walsall Inspection number 10395805 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 12 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 28 January 2025

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018. She lives in Walsall. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder works with assistants. She provides government-funded places for childcare.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed all areas of the premises used for childminding and talked about how she makes sure that her home and garden are safe. n The inspector discussed how she supports children's learning and development. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and training records. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder and how she intends to meet these.

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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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27 June 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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