Childminder EY369720

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a detailed knowledge of how to support children in their learning. She clearly describes the way in which she will develop children's skills in speaking and listening. The childminder explains she will place a focus on increasing children's vocabulary and encouraging their conversational skills. n The childminder explains how she will use books to support children's learning. For example, she describes how she will uses stories, such as 'The Three Little Pigs', to support children's mathematical development as they build with blocks. The childminder will ensure that children read stories on a daily basis. She discusses how she will regularly take children to the library to share books and listen to storytelling sessions. n The childminder describes how she will provide a variety of resources for children to use in a safe and secure environment. She discusses how she will

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reflect on children's skills, abilities and interests, when she plans activities. n The childminder explains how she will provide parents and carers with support around their children's sleeping, bedtime routines, eating and routines. She describes how she will adapt her provision to ensure that she can meet the needs of children attending. For example, the childminder discusses how she will use alternative products when children have allergies. n The childminder describes how she will support children to behave well. She will explain the rules clearly and ensure that all children follow them. For example, the childminder discusses how she will teach all children to walk inside. n The childminder describes how she will support children to become independent and ready for school. For example, she will help children to dress independently and put their coat on. The childminder explains she will support children to

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become independent in handwashing and personal hygiene. n The childminder reflects on her own skills and knowledge. She updates her safeguarding knowledge at least annually. The childminder recognises areas for development, such as learning more about supporting children with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

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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 EY369720 Local authority Barnsley Inspection number 10392163 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 10 Date of previous inspection 8 August 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2008 and lives in the Stairfoot area of Barnsley. She operates all year round, from 6.30am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3. She provides government funded childcare.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder and inspector held a meeting. The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises their early years provision, including the aims and rationale for their curriculum. n The childminder led a tour of the premises. The inspector observed the physical measures in place to keep children safe. n The childminder explained the emergency procedures she puts in place to ensure children's safety. The childminder explained the fire evacuation procedures in place and how children practise evacuation procedures. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she checks children's knowledge and plans for their next steps in learning. n The inspector reviewed safeguarding documentation and the childminder's knowledge of safeguarding, including online safety.

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22 July 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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22 July 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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