Childminder, Out-of school day care in Norfolk

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 25 March 2015 6 February 2012

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This inspection: Met

Previous inspection: Good 2 The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has a secure understanding of her role and responsibilities for safeguarding. She demonstrates an understanding of the procedures to follow to protect children should she have any concerns regarding a child in her care. She has recently refreshed her child protection training.  The childminder demonstrates through discussion and documentation her clear understanding of how to promote children's learning. Suitable documents are in place to assess and track children's learning. A good variety of toys and resources to support the seven areas of learning are available, including books, games, construction toys and art and craft materials.  The premises are safe and secure as risk assessments are undertaken to keep children safe from harm. The childminder holds a suitable first-aid qualification so she is able to provide assistance in the event of a minor accident.  The childminder has established positive links between the setting and the school

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The provision meets requirements

children also attend, in order to promote continuity in children's care and learning. For example, she goes along to help with art and craft activities in school and finds out about what children are learning so she can also focus on the same topic during her activities.  Partnerships with parents are good and help to meet children's individual needs. The childminder has received many positive written comments from them. For example, they say she is a 'marvellous person, skilfully equipped to care for children and provide for their learning and development needs.'  The childminder provides a homely environment in which children can play and relax together. For example, she has a 'cuddly box' with blankets and teddy bears for children use.

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The provision meets requirements

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 discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for younger children and undertake observation, assessment and planning.  The inspector and the childminder toured the areas of the premises that she will use when she cares for younger children.  The inspector looked at policies and documents the childminder will use and discussed self-evaluation and improvement plans.  The inspector took account of the views of parents of older children who use the provision in the form of written feedback.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability for all those living on the premises and other documentation in relation to the safeguarding and welfare requirements.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY250990 Local authority Norfolk Inspection number 860333 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 28

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 6 February 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2002. She operates all year round, from 7am to 7pm, Monday to Friday, except for family holidays and bank 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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