Childminder in Sheffield

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 21 January 2016 12 June 2009

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder is unable to provide evidence that she holds an appropriate and current first-aid qualification. Therefore, she is unable to demonstrate how she will continually promote children's safety and welfare.  The childminder has a secure understanding of the possible signs of abuse and neglect. She is knowledgeable about the procedure to follow in the event of a concern about a child being at risk.  The childminder has a sound understanding of the learning and development requirements and how to plan activities that extend children's learning. She demonstrates how she will use observations and assessments to identify children's starting points and monitor the progress they make.  The childminder explains how she will promote children's healthy development. She describes how she will provide daily opportunities for physical exercise and healthy snacks and meals.  The childminder demonstrates an understanding of how to support children's emotional

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The provision does not meet requirements

well-being and promote their good behaviour. She shows how she plans to support children to develop confident, positive relationships with each other and value diversity.  The childminder understands the importance of working with parents and sharing information about their children's learning. She demonstrates knowledge of how to support parents so that they can continue their children's learning at home. She also recognises how to work with other settings to create continuity in care and education for children.  The childminder understands the importance of reflecting on her practice and gathering the views of parents, to help identify her strengths and areas for further improvement.  The childminder understands the importance of developing children's independence and equipping them with the skills required for their next stage in learning.

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The provision does not meet 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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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and the Childcare Register the provider must:

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Due Date

 obtain a current paediatric first-aid qualification. 21/03/2016

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Inspection activities

 The inspector discussed the childminder's understanding of the learning and development requirements.  The inspector discussed the childminder's understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to assess children's learning and how she plans to deliver the educational programmes for children.  The inspector checked evidence of suitability and qualifications of the childminder and discussed the childminder's self-evaluation and improvement plan.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 300611 Local authority Sheffield Inspection number 867250 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 0 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 12 June 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1999 and lives in Sheffield. She operates all year round, from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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