Childminder 510508

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 2 March 2016 10 October 2012

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder identifies through discussion that she is aware of the Early Years Foundation Stage learning and development requirements. She acknowledges guidance documents that she plans to consult to aid her in ensuring that children are challenged successfully, so that they make progress.  The childminder successfully identifies and minimises risks in her home. She demonstrates a sound knowledge of what would cause her concern and her responsibilities to protect children from abuse and neglect. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, for the older children who attend.  The childminder provides resources and activities that meet the needs of children at different stages of development.  The childminder obtains information from early years websites to keep up to date with government requirements. She keeps her first aid and safeguarding knowledge current.  In discussion, the childminder explains how she ensures that children are made aware

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The provision meets requirements

of expectations for behaviour. Strategies prioritise positive reinforcement with use of praise. Children learn to share and take turns.  Documentation initially completed by parents includes information on their child's care needs. Detail on the service provided for parents and children is identified in a range of policies and procedures.  In discussion, the childminder states how children develop an understanding of dangers and how to keep themselves safe. For example, she teaches children how to cross the road safely and teaches them about potential risks from animals they do not know.  The childminder has appropriately addressed actions raised at the time of the last inspection.

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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 support children's play and learning.  The inspector looked at evidence of the childminder's training and checked evidence of the suitability of all adults.  The inspector checked all areas that are used by children and spoke with the childminder throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at policies and procedures and a range of other documentation.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 510508 Local authority Coventry Inspection number 1037066 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 8 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 10 October 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1992. She holds an early years qualification at level 3. The childminder operates all year round from 7am to 5.30pm, 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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