Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)
Childminder EY439206
Summary
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- Inspection date verified
29 Sept 2025
- Inspectors verified
Anne Dyoss
- Overall effectivenesssingle source
Met
- Previous overall verified
Met
- Name on report verified
Childminder report
- URN verified
EY439206
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Grade profile
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- OverallMet
90% of comparable inspections in the last three years were graded Met (3,163 inspections).
Tone of the report
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In line with other reports of this type graded Met.
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Strengths
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No standout praise found.
Concerns
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No strong criticism found.
Next steps
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- The childminder reflects on her practice. p.2
- She explains how she regularly reviews routines, resources and safety arrangements so her home remains suitable for children. p.2
- The childminder keeps her training up to date. p.2
- She has recently refreshed her safeguarding and first-aid knowledge. p.2
- The childminder explains how she provides the required training to any assistants she works with. p.2
- The childminder values working in partnership with parents and carers. p.2
- She plans to share daily information, record special achievements and talk with families about their children's behaviour and progress. p.2
- The childminder understands how to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. p.2
What the report dwells on
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Parents & families3
“The childminder values working in partnership with parents and carers.” p.2Teaching & assessment2
“The childminder explains how she will observe children and assess their progress.” p.2Staff development2
“The childminder keeps her training up to date.” p.2
Anatomy of the report
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- Pages
- 4
- Words of findings
- 438
- longer than usual (typical 350)
- Reading level
- Hard
- Flesch 48, typical 47
- Average sentence
- 15 words
- Next steps
- 8
- typical 8
- Hedged sentences
- 0%
- “some”, “not always”, “most”…
Where the words go
Full report text
This provision meets requirements
n The childminder reflects on her practice. She explains how she regularly reviews routines, resources and safety arrangements so her home remains suitable for children. n The childminder keeps her training up to date. She has recently refreshed her safeguarding and first-aid knowledge. The childminder explains how she provides the required training to any assistants she works with. n The childminder values working in partnership with parents and carers. She plans to share daily information, record special achievements and talk with families about their children's behaviour and progress. n The childminder understands how to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. She describes how she will use the progress check when children are aged between two and three years to identify concerns early. The childminder explains how she will work with parents, health visitors or speech and language services where needed.
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This provision meets requirements
n The childminder describes how her curriculum will build over time. She discusses how this will include supporting babies through sensory play and simple routines. The childminder explains the curriculum for toddlers will focus on experiences rich in language and exploration. For older children, she will encourage problem-solving, language expansion and preparation for school. n The childminder explains how she will observe children and assess their progress. She explains she will plan activities that link to children's interests and build on what they already know. n The childminder understands how she will keep children engaged in their learning. For example, she explains how she will use songs, rhymes, interactive games and link activities to children's interests and everyday routines. n The childminder places an emphasis on helping children to become independent. For example, she explains she will offer children choices, involve them in
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This provision meets requirements
routines and give older children small responsibilities. n The childminder knows how to promote positive behaviour. She explains how she will teach toddlers to share and take turns with others during their play. n The childminder recognises the importance of children's personal development. She describes how she will support children's emotional well-being. The childminder explains she will encourage children to manage feelings and foster a sense of belonging during group activities.
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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 EY439206 Local authority Birmingham Inspection number 10398568 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 30 October 2019
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Information about this early years setting
The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in Birmingham. She operates all year round, from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an approved qualification at level 6.
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Inspection activities
n The childminder showed the inspector around the premises and discussed how she ensures that 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 the curriculum. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.
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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
29 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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Inspection activities
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