Childminder EY470226

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of how to provide for the care, learning and developmental needs of young children. She has a good awareness of how children learn through play and exploration and recognises the importance of planning for every child's personal needs. n Children's safety is given high priority. The childminder explains the precautions she takes to protect children from harm. She can identify the possible signs of abuse and knows what action to take to report any concerns. n The childminder describes how she supports younger children's language and communication skills. She understands the importance of introducing children to new words as they play. She explains how she would use books, stories and rhymes to extend the range of words children learn. n The childminder recognises the importance of working closely with parents. She describes how she would collect all relevant information about children when

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they first start so that she can provide for their needs well. She explains how she would keep parents informed about what children are doing and learning through regular communication and photographs. n The childminder describes how she would plan her curriculum to broaden children's experiences. For example, the childminder explains how she would take children to visit a local care home to help them build relationships with older people, as they sing songs and play games together. n The childminder ensures that she has the relevant skills and knowledge. She completes mandatory training in first aid and safeguarding and keeps herself up to date with new guidance and policy changes. n The childminder confirms how she promotes a fully inclusive setting and is committed to meeting every child's needs. She explains how she would work closely with parents to recognise each child's character, behaviour patterns and

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play experiences so that she can provide for these accordingly.

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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 EY470226 Local authority Brighton and Hove Inspection number 10398074 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 2 October 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2013. She lives in Brighton, East Sussex. She cares for children on a part time basis, during term time only. The childminder holds a relevant childcare qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector talked to the childminder about how she keeps children safe, and what she would do if she had concerns about a child in her care. n The childminder explained how she plans for children's care and learning needs, and how she monitors the progress they make. n Relevant documents were checked, such as the childminder's first-aid certificate and confirmation that she has public liability insurance in place. n Feedback from parents of children the childminder has previously looked after was read and taken into consideration.

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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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