Childminder EY380860

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n Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates a good understanding of child development. She explains how she plans a wide range of activities to support children's learning and describes the importance of closely monitoring their ongoing progress. n The childminder discusses how she builds her curriculum around what children already know and what they need to learn next. She explains how she works closely with parents to establish children's starting points and describes how she provides meaningful and enjoyable activities linked to their interests. n The childminder explains that she spends time supporting children to settle when they first start. She is dedicated to ensuring that every child feels welcome and develops a sense of belonging in her home. The childminder states that she has strong links with the local school and other settings children attend. She explains that she shares key information to ensure consistency in practice and to

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support children's well-being. n The childminder explains how she manages children's behaviour. She describes how she helps children to resolve conflict for themselves, while maintaining high expectations for their behaviour. She highlights the importance of teaching children good manners, helping them to build positive relationships and supporting them to value each other's differences. n The childminder explains how she supports children to develop healthy habits in her care. She provides nutritious snacks and talks to children about making healthy food choices, helping them to learn the difference between healthy and unhealthy options. She encourages good hygiene routines, such as washing hands before eating and after using the toilet, and understands the importance of building these practises into daily life. n The childminder is committed to her professional development. She makes sure her essential training, such as safeguarding and paediatric first aid, is kept up to

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date. She explains that continuing to refresh her knowledge helps her to maintain good practice. The childminder also speaks with other childminders to share ideas and keeps herself informed of any changes to requirements or guidance so that her provision remains current and effective. n The childminder values feedback from both parents and children. She explains that she listens carefully to children's views, giving them a voice and choice in the activities and play experiences offered. Written feedback from parents is positive and highlights the high levels of care and support she provides. n The childminder demonstrates a secure understanding of safeguarding and is confident in the actions she would take if she had any concerns about a child's safety or well-being.

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This provision meets requirements

10 September 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 EY380860 Local authority Staffordshire Inspection number 10393005 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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Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection 18 September 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2008 and lives in Tamworth, Staffordshire. She operates Monday to Friday, during school term times. Sessions are from 7.15am to 9am and from 3.15pm to 5.30pm. The childminder holds an appropriate early years childcare qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder spoke to the inspector about her intentions for children's learning. n The childminder showed the inspector around the premises and discussed how she ensures that they are safe and suitable. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The childminder and inspector held a discussion on how she intends to meet the safeguarding and welfare requirements.

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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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10 September 2025 10 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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