Childminder EY548404

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder intends to implement an interesting curriculum to support children's development in all areas of learning. She explains how she will use children's interests to plan activities that will engage them in play and support their curiosity. She demonstrates a firm understanding of child development and how she will sequence the curriculum, so children acquire the skills they need for future learning. n The childminder is able to discuss how she will observe and assess children so that she can identify any gaps in their learning. She intends to work closely with parents to understand children's unique needs and involve them in processes of assessment. She is fully aware of the professionals she could work alongside to meet the individual needs of all children in her care. n The childminder will have a strong focus on supporting communication and language. She will talk with children, teach new vocabulary, read stories and

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take part in singing sessions. She intends to encourage children to make their needs known and to become confident communicators. This will support children in their speaking and confidence as they communicate with others. n The childminder has considered how she will promote healthy lifestyles. She will offer a range of healthy snacks, cater for individual dietary requirements and will promote good oral health. Children will have opportunities to develop their understanding of the world through nature walks and forest school sessions. This will help support children's understanding of how to keep themselves healthy. n The childminder has high expectations for children's behaviour. She explains how she will be a positive role model, teach children about rules and boundaries and encourage children to consider the feelings of others. She explains how she will work with parents to offer a consistent approach for children. This will help

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children to understand how to treat others with kindness and respect. n The childminder demonstrates that she values continuous professional development and will continue to seek training to strengthen her knowledge. She has recently attended training on meeting the individual needs of children in the early years. She intends to regularly evaluate her provision and seek the views of others to ensure that the provision meets the needs of children in her care.

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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 EY548404 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 10399850 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 17 December 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Goosnargh, Preston. She operates all year round from 8am to 5.30pm, Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds qualified teacher status. She provides government funded early education for children.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder intends to organise their early years provision and how the curriculum will support children's development. n The inspector spoke with the childminder about her understanding of the learning and development requirements and the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The childminder showed the inspector around the setting and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of the childminder to continue to work with children.

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8 September 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 September 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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