Ofsted recommendations for childminders

Characteristics of effective learning 

• Develop knowledge of how to extend opportunities for children to develop high levels of curiosity and their investigative and problem-solving skills (June 2025).

Link to further information: Development Matters - Non-statutory curriculum guidance for the early years foundation stage (pages 13-19)

Professional development

• Explore professional development opportunities to further enhance knowledge around local safeguarding procedures (June 2025). 
• Target professional development in order to develop skills and raise the quality of
  provision even further (August 2025).

Link to further information: Early Years CPD schedule and booking details | Shropshire Learning Gateway