The guides for childminding and childcare groups, called A passion to be outstanding, include real-life cases of practice from outstanding providers that inspectors found on their visits.
Nine per cent of childminders and a similar proportion of childcare settings were judged outstanding between the introduction of the EYFS in September 2008 and June 2009.
The childminding guide includes examples of what some childminders have written in their self-evaluation forms. It covers best practice in keeping children safe; diversity and inclusion; learning and development; planning; partnership; and improvement.
The guide for childcare groups includes examples of best practice in planning and partnership; outdoor play; diversity and inclusion; leadership and improvement; key persons; and keeping children safe.
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