Childminder in Leicestershire

Not met (with actions)

Previous inspection Not Met (with actions)

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder discusses how important it is to minimise risks to children in the home, garden and on outings. However, she does not ensure that spaces children would have access to are maintained safely and securely. For example, there is a gap in garden fence and building rubble in the garden, which are potential hazards to children. n The childminder recognises the importance of establishing positive relationships with parents. She explains that she will provide daily feedback to parents about their children's care and the progress they make in their learning. She also discusses providing parents with assessment reports, including the progress check for children aged between two and three years. n The childminder knows how to identify safeguarding concerns and what to do should she suspect a child was at risk of harm. Through discussion, she shows a clear understanding of recording and reporting procedures. She has completed

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training and regularly updates her knowledge to ensure this reflects current practice and guidelines. n The childminder understands the importance of keeping her training, skills and knowledge up to date, such as paediatric first aid. She listens to regular webinars and completes short courses to ensure her knowledge is current. n The childminder is committed to providing an inclusive service. She discusses the importance of treating all children as unique individuals and teaching them about the wider world. For example, she would share information about children's own and other cultures and festivals to help them understand what makes them and others unique. n The childminder demonstrates a sound knowledge of the areas of learning and of how children learn and develop. She talks about the importance of planning and assessment. The childminder discusses how she will provide children with a variety of experiences and opportunities to ensure they make the progress they

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are capable of. n The childminder explains how she will support children to manage their behaviour and emotions. She explains how she would talk to children about her expectations and help them to understand how to share, take turns and develop positive attitudes to learning. n The childminder understands the importance of helping children to learn about healthy lifestyles. She explains how she will support children to learn how to eat healthily and ensure that children have access to water at all times. The childminder talks about how she will encourage children to try new foods through being involved in the preparation of foods, such as making their own wraps. She understands the importance of ensuring that children have daily access to fresh air and exercise.

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This provision does not meet requirements

13 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

ensure risk assessments are implemented appropriately to ensure all potential hazards to children are minimised, particularly in relation to garden/building waste and the gap in the garden fence. 27/08/2025

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2611840 Local authority Leicestershire Inspection number 10338399 Type of provision Childminder Registers Early Years 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 29 November 2023

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2021 and lives in Loughborough, Leicestershire. The childminder operates from 6.45am to 6.45pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises their early years provision, including the aims and rationale for their early years foundation stage curriculum. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The childminder and inspector discussed how the curriculum would be implemented and the impact that will have on children's learning.

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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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Inspection activities

13 August 2025 13 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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