Childminder in Halton

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 9 November 2015 21 October 2011

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has a good understanding of how to support children's learning and development. She knows how to use observations and assessments to monitor children's progress and plan their next steps in learning.  The childminder has a secure understanding of safeguarding procedures and her responsibility to protect children from harm. She is aware of the different signs of abuse and who to contact if she is concerned about a child in her care.  The childminder understands how to positively manage children's behaviour and how to promote their well-being. She shows an awareness of how to help children build positive relationships with others, make choices and be independent.  The childminder's home is welcoming and she has a suitable range of toys and resources to promote children's learning and development. She assesses and minimises the risks or hazards which may arise in her home and on outings to help to keep

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The provision meets requirements

children safe.  The childminder discusses the importance of promoting a healthy lifestyle and providing opportunities for children to be physically active.  The childminder understands the importance of developing close relationships with parents and children to support families and to help children settle in her care. She discusses how she will share information with parents and other settings the children attend to promote continuity in children's care and learning.  The childminder attends a variety of training courses. She holds a current first-aid certificate and public liability insurance.  The childminder understands the importance of reflecting on her practice and using self-evaluation to drive improvements. She discusses the value of involving parents and children in the process.

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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 looked at areas of the childminder's home that will be used for childminding.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and other household members.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to support children's play and learning.  The inspector discussed safeguarding arrangements and reviewed a selection of policies, procedures and documents the childminder will use when caring for children, including risk assessment procedures to provide a safe environment.  The inspector discussed with the childminder her systems for self-evaluation.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY271801 Local authority Halton Inspection number 856119 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Age range of children 5 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 21 October 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2003 and lives in the Runcorn area. The provision operates all year round, from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder has a relevant qualification at level 4.

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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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