Childminder EY330005

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder has not ensured that all assistants have been notified to Ofsted. Although home suitability checks, including Disclosure and Barring Service checks, have been completed, additional suitability checks for those working directly with children have not been completed as required. This is a breach of requirements. n The childminder explains how she provides a welcoming and familiar environment, both on school premises and in her home. She describes how she helps children to settle into her care by providing a warm welcome from herself and her assistants. She explains that she provides a variety of resources and activities that children can choose from. The childminder understands that this consistent approach helps children feel secure and relaxed as they transition between home and school. n The childminder explains how she promotes children's positive behaviour. She is aware of the need to ensure children are given clear and consistent

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expectations. She describes how she supports children to show consideration for one another and develop friendships, which in turn supports their emotional security and enjoyment of the time they spend at the provision. n The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents. She describes how she shares information with parents to ensure continuity of care between home, school and the setting. n The childminder describes how she creates social routines to support children's independence and well-being. For example, she describes how she encourages children to sit together at the table to share breakfast, with assistants joining in conversations and encouraging good manners. The childminder explains how she encourages children to help with tasks at the setting, such as helping to tidy away when finished. The childminder describes how these routines build children's confidence, self-care skills and sense of responsibility.

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n The childminder understands the importance of providing opportunities for children to be physically active and to explore. She describes how, when they are at the school hall, she encourages children to choose resources to play with before lessons start and spend time in the school yard where they can run, play games and be energetic. She explains that at her home, children benefit from access to a large garden, where they grow vegetables, build dens and take safe risks by climbing trees and outdoor equipment. The childminder explains that these experiences encourage cooperation, responsibility and physical development. n The childminder explains how she works closely with the local school children attend to ensure their needs are met. She coordinates with school staff when planning breakfast and after-school club routines.

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This provision does not meet 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 EY330005 Local authority North Yorkshire Inspection number 10407592 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 12 Number of children on roll 12 Date of previous inspection 14 January 2020

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2006 and lives in East Cowton. She operates during term time from 7.30am to 9am and 3.30pm to 6pm, Monday to Friday. The childminder is available during school holidays by prior arrangement. She holds an appropriate early years qualification at level 3. The childminder works with assistants.

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Inspection activities

n Although there were no children in the early years age range present at the time of this inspection, there were children present who were over the age of five years. n The inspector talked to the childminder and her assistants at appropriate times during the inspection and took account of their views. n The inspector reviewed evidence of suitability of adults working at the provision. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises.

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Inspection activities

10 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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