Hooper, Kelly Sherree Estria

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 3 February 2015 30 October 2008

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This inspection: Met

Previous inspection: Satisfactory 3 The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder demonstrates a good knowledge of child protection and the need to report any concerns she may have about a child's welfare. She is clear about the procedures to be followed to protect children, should this be necessary.  The childminder holds a current paediatric first-aid certificate. She demonstrates the knowledge and skills to meet children's needs in the event of a minor accident or emergency. The childminder is covered by current public liability insurance.  The childminder takes effective action to ensure the safety of children. She has a good understanding of safeguarding procedures. The childminder completes risk assessments to minimise potential hazards. She keeps accurate records of children's attendance and ensures that adult-to-child ratio requirements are met.  The childminder has a sound knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. Through discussion,

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The provision meets requirements

she demonstrates how to provide a range of activities to meet the needs of individual children.  The childminder is aware of the importance of forming strong attachments with children and their parents, to help children settle and feel secure.  The childminder understands the importance of promoting healthy lifestyles. She plans to provide children with opportunities to grow fruit and vegetables in the garden and use the fresh produce to bake with.  The childminder explains how she monitors and evaluates the quality of her provision in order to identify areas for development.  The childminder shows a suitable understanding of how to manage children's behaviour and describes her strategies to engage children in this process. She intends to offer clear, consistent boundaries and praise to support children to develop positive behaviour. The childminder has a behaviour management policy, which she intends to

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The provision meets requirements

use to underpin her practice. There were no children 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 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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Inspection activities

 The inspector checked all areas of the home and the outdoor area that will be used for childminding purposes.  The inspector viewed a sample of supporting documentation, including policies, attendance records, medication procedures and accident forms.  The inspector checked the suitability and qualifications of the childminder and the childminder's self-evaluation document.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder about her knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY367100 Local authority Shropshire Inspection number 821156 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 30 October 2008

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2008 and lives in Shifnal, Shropshire. She operates all year round, from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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Telephone number

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted 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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Telephone number

procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. 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 Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, 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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Telephone number

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Telephone number

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

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