Shield-Walmsley, Abigail Jane

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder does not hold a valid paediatric first-aid certificate as required. She has not kept her knowledge of first aid up to date and is not confident about the action to take in the event of an emergency. This compromises children's safety. n The childminder understands the signs that may give rise to concerns about children's safety and well-being. However, she has a limited understanding of the action to take in the event of allegations against adults working with children. This affects her ability to report incidents to the appropriate authorities. n The childminder understands how to create suitable activities for children in her care. She confidently describes the range of knowledge and skills that young children need to learn. The childminder demonstrates an understanding of how to create a curriculum that supports these skills. n The childminder describes how to assess children's knowledge and skills. She

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knows that identifying gaps in learning is important. The childminder understands how to track children's learning to help them to make progress. n The childminder understands that some children may need additional help with their learning. She describes how she supports children with special educational needs and/or disabilities to access expert help where required. The childminder seeks advice and training from professionals to help her support individual children. This helps to promote children's learning. n The childminder considers how to communicate effectively with parents. She explains that she collates information about children's background, experiences and interests. The childminder has procedures in place for discussing children's learning with their families. n The childminder demonstrates an understanding of how to promote children's language skills. For example, she talks confidently about how shared reading

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and singing support children's speaking skills. n The childminder understands that it is important for children to be physically active. She discusses how daily time outdoors helps children to develop physical skills. The childminder confidently describes the physical skills that children need to develop. n The childminder recognises that regular continuous professional development helps her to be reflective of her practice. She understands how to make links between what children need to learn and training opportunities. n The childminder understands that it is important for children to learn the rules of her setting. She discusses how reminding children of her expectations is important. The childminder is able to talk about a variety of strategies she uses to help children to manage their feelings.

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This provision does not meet requirements

22 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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Due date

complete appropriate paediatric first-aid training and ensure a valid certificate is maintained 30/09/2025

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Due date

improve understanding of procedures for reporting allegations against adults to the appropriate authorities. 30/09/2025

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Setting details

Unique reference number 510903 Local authority Richmond Upon Thames Inspection number 10398214 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 5 Date of previous inspection 9 October 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2000 and lives in Richmond upon Thames. She operates all year round from 8am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday. She provides funded early education.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The childminder and inspector discussed the childminder's understanding of how to plan and create suitable activities for children.

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Inspection activities

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 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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