Childminder in South Gloucestershire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 16 November 2015 18 May 2012

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has a secure understanding of child protection. She knows the signs and symptoms that would cause her to be concerned about a child's welfare, and the procedures to follow to report these.  The childminder understands the importance of observing children's development and tracking their progress to ensure they achieve well. She knows how to identify children's interests and to plan activities and experiences suitable for their age.  The childminder knows how to promote children's physical and emotional well-being. She understands how to support children in developing healthy lifestyles. She knows how to organise her premises, indoors and outdoors, to meet children's needs and keep them safe.  The childminder understands the importance of promoting children's independence and personal care skills, to help them develop the skills they will need for their future learning.  The childminder understands her role and responsibility to meet the requirements of

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The provision meets requirements

the Early Years Foundation Stage.  The childminder continues to evaluate her knowledge and skills, and look for ways to improve outcomes for children. She has systems in place to seek parents' feedback to help her review her practice. She keeps up to date with required training.

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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 will monitor children's development, plan for their progress and work in partnership with parents and other adults.  The inspector checked the checked safety arrangements in areas of the home children will use.  The inspector discussed how the childminder evaluates her provision and the improvements she has made following her last inspection.  The inspector reviewed documentation, including policies and procedures, training certificates and systems ready for keeping required records.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to ensue she meets children's individual needs.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 136459 Local authority South Gloucestershire Inspection number 812421 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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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1994. She lives in Westerleigh, Bristol. The childminder works all year round except for bank holidays and family holidays. She offers care daily.

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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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