Childminder in Stockport

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 29 February 2016 30 March 2009

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder demonstrates she has a secure understanding of her role in supporting children's learning through observation, planning and assessment. She knows how to provide children with a range of experiences, helping them to make progress in their learning.  The childminder recognises the importance of continually evaluating her practice. Since the last inspection, the childminder has fully addressed previous recommendations raised. For example, the playroom is organised more effectively allowing children to make independent choices.  The childminder fully understands her responsibilities concerning child protection. She is very familiar with the possible signs of child abuse or neglect and her safeguarding procedures are robust. She understands the procedures to follow if she has any concerns about a child's welfare.  The childminder has a secure understanding of how to promote the safety and welfare

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The provision meets requirements

of children. She continually risk assesses her home and takes precautions in minimising potential hazards to children.  The childminder recognises the importance of working in partnership with parents. She explains that she will talk to parents, use daily diaries to share information and keep them updated about the progress their children make.  The childminder demonstrates commitment to developing her knowledge, skills and understanding. She is working towards a relevant childcare qualification and has attended training and network events with other childminders.  The childminder shows a secure understanding of how to promote the well-being of children. She demonstrates awareness of how to help children to settle into her setting and build strong relationships with her and other children. She also understands how to promote children's positive behaviour.

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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 viewed the toys, resources and equipment that the childminder intends to use.  The inspector toured the areas of the premises to be used when caring for children.  The inspector looked at policies and documents the childminder will use when caring for children and checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of the childminder.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY384138 Local authority Stockport Inspection number 858858 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 30 March 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2008 and lives in Stockport, Manchester. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday except for family holidays and bank 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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