Childminder in Lincolnshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 3 February 2016 3 February 2011

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has good knowledge of child protection procedures. She understands the correct procedures to follow should concerns arise, including the action to take if any allegations are made against herself or a family member. She carries out risk assessments of her home every day and makes sure that her home is kept secure.  The childminder keeps her knowledge up to date through training to help her understand how to teach to a good standard. She has a good knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She understands how to observe and assess children in order to help her plan to meet their individual needs.  The childminder explains how she will monitor and evaluate the quality of her provision in order to identify areas for development and drive continuous improvement. She demonstrates how parents, carers and children will be part of the evaluation process.

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder discusses how she promotes children's understanding of leading healthy lifestyles. She has a clear understanding of how to support children's physical development and offers opportunities to explore and play outdoors.  The childminder has a clear understanding of behavioural expectations and the procedures she will use to promote positive behaviour and develop children's self- esteem. She has plans in place to ensure children from all backgrounds are fully included and supported in her setting.

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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 had a tour of the childminder's home and viewed all areas that are used when caring for children.  The inspector discussed with the provider how she intends to support children's learning and development and include parents in this process.  The inspector looked at policies, procedures and documents the childminder will use when caring for children and supporting their learning and development.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of the childminder and talked with the childminder about her self-evaluation and improvement plans.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 209299 Local authority Lincolnshire Inspection number 854458 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 14 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 3 February 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1999 and lives in Morton, Lincolnshire. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate 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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