Childminder in Halton

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 10 December 2015 20 January 2012

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has a good understanding of the importance of working in partnership with parents and other settings that children attend. She knows how to gather and exchange useful information to ensure continuity in children's learning.  The experienced childminder has a good understanding of the learning and development requirements. She understands how children learn through planned, purposeful play and a mix of adult-led and child-initiated experiences.  The childminder understands her role and responsibility in regard to safeguarding and this is supported by written policies and procedures. She demonstrates a good knowledge of what to do in the event of a concern regarding a child in her care.  The childminder has an appropriate first-aid qualification to support her in responding to accidents or injuries effectively. The childminder's home is clean and welcoming. She understands what safety measures to follow in her home to help keep children safe.

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder knows how to manage children's behaviour positively. She knows how to help children to build relationships with each other and to learn to respect and value diversity.  The childminder understands the need to promote children's well-being and healthy lifestyles. She is aware of the importance of providing children with a healthy diet and ensuring that they get fresh air and exercise daily.  The childminder is fully aware of the need to reflect on practice. She knows to seek the views of parents and children and to use these views to bring about positive changes that are of benefit to the children.

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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 the areas of the premises used for childminding.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to support children's play and learning.  The inspector checked evidence that appropriate suitability checks had been undertaken on all adults living and working in the household.  The inspector looked at safeguarding policies and a range of other supporting documentation the childminder will use.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY430544 Local authority Halton Inspection number 853106 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 20 January 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2011 and lives in Runcorn, Cheshire. She operates all year round from 8am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a full and relevant early years qualification at level 3.

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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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