Childminder in Leicestershire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 29 April 2015 18 November 2009

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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 demonstrates that she has a good understanding of the learning and development requirements. She knows how to plan activities for individual children that will follow their interest, and provide suitable challenges to help them to make good progress in their learning.  The childminder understands the importance of supporting all children to develop independence skills and an enjoyment of learning. This prepares children for their move to school and other early years provisions.  The childminder provides suitable resources that meet the needs of children at different stages of development.  The childminder clearly describes how to promote children's good health and implement appropriate hygiene procedures, in order to encourage children to adopt healthy lifestyles.  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

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The provision meets requirements

respond appropriately in the event of an accident.  The childminder demonstrates a suitable understanding of safeguarding procedures and knows how to report concerns where necessary. She fully understands her responsibility to protect children's welfare. A range of policies that underpin the childminder's practice are available to share with parents.  The childminder demonstrates a commitment to raising standards for children. She regularly attends training to develop her professional knowledge. The views of parents and children are taken into account when considering ways to improve her practice.

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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 how the childminder intends to deliver the educational programmes for children, and undertake observation, assessment and planning.  The inspector discussed the childminder's policies and procedures that the childminder will use when caring for children.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of household members.  The inspector discussed with the childminder the way she evaluates her provision, and plans further improvements.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY331264 Local authority Leicestershire Inspection number 862478 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 18 November 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2006 and lives in Kirby Muxloe, Leicestershire. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 9am and from 3pm 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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