Childminder in Lancashire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 15 December 2015 17 June 2009

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has a current first-aid certificate and public liability insurance. Risk assessments are thorough and the childminder identifies hazards and takes appropriate action to minimise risks to children. Consequently, the childminder demonstrates her understanding of how to keep children safe.  The childminder has a suitable knowledge of child protection procedures. She shares her policies and procedures with parents and is clear about the correct procedures to follow should concerns arise, including any allegations made against herself or a family member. She has considered the safe use of mobile phones and cameras as part of her safeguarding procedures.  The childminder has good understanding of the learning and development requirements and how children learn in different ways. This has an impact on her ability to be able to promote children's learning across all areas of learning. She has

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The provision meets requirements

appropriate systems in place to share information with parents so that children benefit from a shared approach to their care and learning.  The childminder's home is welcoming, stimulating and well equipped. Resources are stored at heights appropriate for specific ages of children. The childminder understands the importance of children leading their own learning and making choices about their play.  The childminder demonstrates a suitable understanding of how to manage children's behaviour.  The childminder evaluates her provision using the views of parents and older children, and she has systems in place to check younger children's progress. She has a good understanding of her strengths and where she can make improvements, and has a suitable action plan in place.

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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 with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning.  The inspector looked at policies and documents the childminder will use when caring for children.  The inspector observed areas to be used for the care of children along with furniture, equipment and toys that are to be used for childminding.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 308331 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 867796 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 17 June 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1995. She lives in Coppull, Chorley. She currently only operates before and after school, during term time only.

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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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