Judith Anderson
Recorded Key Question grade range: 2–3 — Weak View on Care Inspectorate
Key Question scores
Requirements & recommendations
1. By 6 October 2025, the childminder must ensure children are provided with high quality play experiences which support their learning and development. To do this, the childminder must, at a minimum: a) Support children with quality interactions. b) Provide learning opportunities that reflect children's individual needs and interests. c) Use observation of children's learning to inform next steps in their development. This is to comply with Regulation 4(1)(a) (Welfare of users) of The Social Care and Social Work Improvement Scotland (Requirements for Care Services) Regulations 2011 (SSI 2011/210). This is to ensure that care and support is consistent with the Health and Social Care Standards (HSCS) which state that: '
1. By 6 October 2025, the childminder must ensure quality assurance and self evaluation processes are in place and lead to improved outcomes for children and families. To do this, the childminder must, at a minimum: a) Ensure clear policies and procedures are in place to support best practice. b) Use best practice guidance to help Identify areas where improvements are needed. c) Record and evaluate the impact of any improvements made. This is to comply with Regulation 4(1)(a) (Welfare of users) of The Social Care and Social W
1. To ensure children receive high quality care and support, the childminder should engage in continued professional development. This should include, but not be limited to, research and reading and relevant training courses. Guidance to support the childminder in their continued professional development can be found on the Care Inspectorate Hub. This is to ensure that care and support is consistent with the Health and Social Care Standards (HSCS) which state that: ' I experience high quality care and support based on relevant evidence, guidance, and best practice' (HSCS 4.11).
1. To promote children to have fun and enjoyment, the childminder should ensure children play in an inviting and welcoming environment. This should include, but not be limited to, good quality and interesting resources. This is to ensure that care and support is consistent with the Health and Social Care Standards (HSCS) which state that: 'As a child, I have fun as I develop my skills in understanding, thinking, investigation, and problem solving, including through imaginative play and storytelling' (HSCS 1.30).