Childminder EY260951

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 23 February 2016 25 January 2011

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder displays a clear commitment to developing her practice and regularly evaluates her service to identify improvements. She understands the importance of enhancing her knowledge and skills and seeks regular professional development opportunities.  The childminder has a good understanding of how young children learn and develop. She demonstrates how she will use observations and planning to support children's individual needs and next steps in learning. She provides a warm and stimulating environment where children can independently access a wide range of quality toys and resources.  The childminder shows a good knowledge of how to monitor children's ongoing progress and development. She demonstrates how she will share learning records with parents and other settings that children attend.  The childminder regularly assesses her home to promote children's safety and minimise risks. She demonstrates a good understanding of child protection procedures and

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The provision meets requirements

attends regular training to keep her knowledge up to date.  The childminder demonstrates a very good understanding of how to support children's confidence and self-esteem. She demonstrates how she will support children to make choices in their learning and share their opinions. She understands the importance of preparing children emotionally for their next stage in learning.  The childminder understands how to effectively manage children's behaviour. She demonstrates how she will support children to develop positive relationships and treat each other with respect.

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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.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of adults living on the premises and talked with the provider about her self-evaluation and improvement plans.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY260951 Local authority Sefton Inspection number 872678 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 25 January 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2003 and lives in the Litherland area of Liverpool. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for 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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