Childminder in Lancashire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 23 February 2016 7 January 2010

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has a good understanding of child development and she knows how to challenge and motivate children, through experiences matched to their interests.  The childminder has a sound understanding of the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She understands how to effectively prepare children emotionally and developmentally for their next stage in learning, including school.  The childminder values working in partnership with parents and other professionals. She understands how to access support to assist children to make progress if they have gaps in their learning.  The childminder has a strong commitment to keeping children safe. She has a secure knowledge of appropriate precautions to ensure the suitability of the environment and experiences that she provides.  The childminder has undertaken safeguarding training and she has good knowledge of child protection procedures.

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder understands how to promote children's well-being. She shows a keen commitment to equality and she understands how to manage children's behaviour, appropriate to their ages.  The childminder knows how to help children to learn about being healthy and safe. She is commited to providing children with daily opportunities to experience the outdoors.  The childminder is well qualified and experienced. She has undertaken mandatory training and is committed to additional professional development opportunities to further develop her knowledge of best practice in the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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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.  The inspector looked at policies and documents, including evidence of the suitability of adults living at the premises.  The inspector discussed the childminder's self-evaluation and plans for improvement.  The inspector toured the areas of the premises where childcare is to be provided.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY385701 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 999699 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory 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 7 January 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2008 and lives in Bilsborrow near Preston. She operates all year round from 7am to 10pm, 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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