Childminder in Leicester

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 14 May 2015 Not applicable

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This inspection: Met

Previous inspection: Not applicable The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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The provision meets requirements

 The parts of the premises to be used for the care of children are welcoming. Resources are varied and the childminder demonstrates a good knowledge of how to plan activities, to engage children in interesting experiences.  The childminder has a secure understanding of the importance of developing effective partnerships with parents, in order to support children's care, learning and development.  The childminder understands how to promote children's well-being and works with parents to settle children into her setting. She knows how to manage children's behaviour positively to promote their self-esteem.  The childminder demonstrates she has a good understanding of how to promote children's good health and hygiene. She provides a varied range of meals and snacks. She describes how she would promote their physical development through a range of activities both within and outside of the home.  The childminder has identified potential risks within the environment and understands

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The provision meets requirements

how to protect children in her care. She has sufficient knowledge of child protection procedures and the action to take should she be concerned about a child in her care.  The childminder has a current paediatric first-aid certificate, this means that she has an up-to-date knowledge of how to deal with accidents. She is aware of the need to maintain records of any accidents or injuries that occur.  The childminder understands how to use reflective practice to identify the strengths of the setting. She has considered her ongoing professional development and recognises the value of accessing training and support to further develop her skills and expertise.

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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 children and undertake observation, assessment and planning.  The inspector looked at policies and documents the childminder will use when caring for children.  The inspector observed areas to be used for the care of children along with furniture, equipment and toys that are to be used for childminding.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY430548 Local authority Leicester City Inspection number 778377 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 Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2011 and lives in, Leicester. She operates all year round from 7am to 5pm, 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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