Childminder in Rotherham

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 24 April 2015 12 July 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 sound knowledge of the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She has a good understanding of the areas of learning, and the activities and resources she would provide to promote children's progress.  The childminder demonstrates through discussion, and examples of documentation, that she understands how to complete observational assessments. This is so she can plan for the next stage in children's learning.  The childminder understands her responsibilities to safeguard children. She is fully aware of the signs of abuse, and her duty to report any child protection concerns to the appropriate agencies. In addition, she has attended safeguarding training and has a robust safeguarding policy and procedure.  The childminder maintains good records about all aspects of the provision, in order to ensure that children's safety and well-being is prioritised. She carries out risk

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The provision meets requirements

assessments of her home and the places she takes the children. Regular fire drills are carried out and she demonstrates that she would know what action to take in the event of an emergency.  The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of the importance of working in partnership with parents. She uses a daily diary, along with verbal communications, to inform parents and carers of children's routines and activities that they participate in.  The childminder is aware of the importance of maintaining professional development, in order to support her continuous improvement. She shares practice ideas with other childminders and attends appropriate training to keep her knowledge up to date.

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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 carried out a tour of the premises used for childminding purposes.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she would deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observations, assessments and planning.  The inspector discussed safeguarding arrangements and reviewed a selection of policies, procedures and documents the childminder will use when caring for children.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder, including her childminder registration, insurance, and paediatric first-aid qualification.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY441419 Local authority Rotherham Inspection number 854112 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 12 July 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2012 and lives in Sheffield. She operates all year round, from 7.45am 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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