Childminder 2704294

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a good understanding of how to promote the learning and development of children. She explains how she would use regular assessments of what children can do to identify next steps and support progress. She describes how she would put a relevant curriculum in place for each child using their next steps and interests to plan for children's individual needs. n The childminder understands how to identify gaps in children's learning. She knows how to work with parents and outside agencies to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. She shows a good understanding of the need to share information and assessments of children. n The childminder shows an understanding of the importance of building positive relationships with parents. For instance, she explains how she will communicate with parents through daily conversations and provide regular summaries of children's development. She describes how she will offer ideas for how parents

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can build on children's learning at home. n The childminder demonstrates a good knowledge of how to safeguard the children in her care. She regularly updates her mandatory safeguarding and first- aid training. She knows how to use additional training and discussions with local childminding groups to build on this knowledge, including continuing to secure her understanding of local safeguarding issues. She knows the procedures to follow if she has concerns about a child's well-being. n The childminder knows how to create appropriate boundaries and encourage positive behaviours. She describes how she intends use suitable techniques to build children's understanding of how to respect others. For example, discussions with children on using 'kind hands' and role model how to be gentle with others. n The childminder describes in detail how she intends to promote children's health. She explains how she will build children's physical skills outdoors through daily

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walks and trips to local beaches and parks. She understands her role in providing nutritional snacks and meals for children. She also intends to support parent's understanding of healthy eating to promote healthy habits at home. n The childminder demonstrates an understanding of how to evaluate her practice. She explains the importance of observations of children's engagement, feedback from parents and best practice from other childminders to support her knowledge and ideas. She has a desire to be consistently improve her practice and offer the best possible opportunities for children.

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This provision meets requirements

8 August 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 2704294 Local authority Devon Inspection number 10392445 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 7 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2023 and lives in Chivenor, near Barnstaple in North Devon. She operates on weekdays between 8am and 6pm, all year round. She has a relevant early years qualification at level 2. The childminder works with an assistant when operating.

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n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how she ensures that they are safe and suitable for children. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request, including evidence of the suitability of household members. n The inspector considered how the childminder plans to work in partnership with parents and other professionals. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about her intentions for children's learning. n The inspector checked the childminder's understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements.

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8 August 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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8 August 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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