Childminder in Richmond upon Thames

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 21 September 2015 6 November 2009

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The provision meets requirements

 Safeguarding is effective. The childminder understands how to help protect children from harm and neglect. She is confident in the procedures to follow if she has any concerns about their welfare.  The childminder recognises how to encourage children to identify risk and keep safe. She holds public liability insurance, a valid first-aid certificate and conducts suitable risk assessments to help minimise any potential hazards.  The childminder knows the learning and development requirements. She knows how to observe, assess and monitor children's development to help them progress in their learning.  The childminder understands the importance of supporting children's physical health and wellbeing.  The childminder recognises how to manage children's behaviour in a positive way. For example, she helps them to develop a sense of themselves, make friends, listen to and respect others' feelings.  The childminder continues to develop and evaluate her practice to improve the care

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The provision meets requirements

and learning for children. She has attended training to support her in meeting children's needs.  The childminder understands the importance of developing a partnership with parents and other professions to ensure a consistent approach to children's learning and care needs.

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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 reviewed the childminder's training certificates along with a sample of documentation, including policies and improvement plans.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programme for children.  The inspector and the childminder toured the areas of the childminder's home that she will use for childcare.  The inspector and the childminder discussed and looked at a selection of resources and equipment and discuss how they will be used to support children's learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY364028 Local authority Richmond upon Thames Inspection number 828900 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 6 November 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2007. She lives in Twickenham, in the London borough of Richmond upon Thames. The childminder operates all year round, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. At the time of inspection, there were no children on roll.

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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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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