Childminder in Richmond upon Thames

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 22 October 2015 9 March 2009

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder understands how to identify and report concerns about children's welfare.  The childminder is clear about how to make sure the environments and resources she uses for childminding are safe and suitable.  The childminder knows how to assess and monitor children's learning and development across all areas and plan activities to promote learning.  The childminder understands how to work with parents and other professionals to ensure gaps in children's progress are quickly identified and closed in preparation for going to school.  The childminder knows how to strengthen her knowledge and understanding in order to offer better outcomes for the children in her care.  The childminder has completed current paediatric first-aid training.  The childminder has a clear understanding about how to support children's independence in preparation for moving on to nursery and school.  The childminder knows how to provide interesting and stimulating activities for

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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 spoke to the childminder to determine her knowledge of the requirements.  The inspector toured the areas of the premises the childminder uses for childminding.  The inspector sampled documents and policies.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to support children's learning, evaluate her practice and safeguard children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY298919 Local authority Richmond upon Thames Inspection number 847388 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 9 March 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2004. She operates from Twickenham, Middlesex and works alongside another Ofsted registered childminder. She opens between Tuesday and Thursday, from 8am to 6pm, for 48 weeks a year. The childminder holds a relevant childcare qualification at level 3. There were no children in the early years age on roll at the time of the inspection.

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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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