Childminder EY333558

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n The childminder explains how she will plan a curriculum that builds children's skills for the future. This includes promoting independence, confidence and curiosity through hands-on activities. She describes how she will link topics to children's interests and abilities and help children to develop an understanding of the natural world. The childminder describes how she will extend children's thinking in the moment, such as encouraging exploration and discussion when they discover new things. n The childminder explains how she will gather detailed starting points from parents, including children's interests, achievements and home language. She describes how she will use this information to plan next steps in learning. She describes how she will track progress through observations and regular assessment. n The childminder explains how she will use activities, such as physical play and sensory exploration, including play dough, to support development. She explains

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how storytelling, rhymes and imaginative resources will be used to build communication and language skills. n The childminder explains how she will support children's learning through links with the community. This will include trips to the library and local park. She describes how children will explore cultural events and festivals, and how parents will be involved in supporting these experiences. n The childminder explains how she will encourage children to develop independence through everyday routines, such as putting on coats and shoes, and feeding themselves. She describes how she will model tasks, offer praise and allow children time to try for themselves. The childminder explains how hygiene routines, including handwashing, will be taught alongside an understanding of germs to promote health and well-being. n The childminder explains how she will promote healthy eating, set clear expectations and encourage balanced portion sizes. She describes how she will

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support children to eat safely, always supervise them face to face and how allergies and food labels will be checked to prevent risks. The childminder explains how she will use practical activities, such as growing vegetables and baking, to teach healthy choices. n The childminder explains how she will set clear house rules and promote positive behaviour through praise and encouragement. She describes how she will support children to take turns and share, using clear communication at a child's level. The childminder explains how she will work closely with parents to reinforce learning at home. n The childminder explains how she uses training and research to update her knowledge and skills, ensuring she remains informed about early years practice. She describes how training will be selected to address children's needs and any gaps in the curriculum. n The childminder explains how she will help children settle when they start, with

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parents visiting the setting. She describes how she will develop secure

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26 September 2025 attachments as the key person, responding to children's individual needs. The childminder explains how she will maintain regular communication with parents through daily updates and coffee mornings to discuss progress.

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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 EY333558 Local authority Essex Inspection number 10399338 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 28 November 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2006 and lives in Wickford, Essex. She operates during term time from 8am to 6pm, 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 will ensure they are safe and suitable. n The childminder and inspector discussed how she intends to deliver the curriculum to support children's learning and development. n The inspector and childminder spoke about how she meets the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how she will support children's behaviour and develop partnerships with parents. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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26 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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26 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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