Childminder, Out-of school day care in Nottinghamshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 7 March 2016 30 March 2011

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder is able to identify and minimise risks to children, both indoors and outdoors. She describes how she will carefully supervise children at all times.  The childminder demonstrates a secure understanding of child protection procedures. She is able to recognise possible signs and symptoms of abuse and knows who to contact if she has concerns about a child.  The childminder demonstrates that she clearly understands the importance of regular communication with parents, carer and others settings. She understands that this needs to be effective to promote children's learning and development and meet their overall needs.  The childminder demonstrates a good knowledge and understanding of the educational programmes and how to promote the learning and development of young children. The childminder clearly explains how she will use observations and assessments to plan for children to support them in their progress.

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of the importance of involving parents and carers in their child's learning. She describes how she will gather and share detailed information with them to continue to support children's progress.  The childminder's home is warm and welcoming. There is a good range of resources and equipment available. The childminder demonstrates good knowledge of how she may use them to engage children in a wide variety of experiences and activities.  The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of how to manage children's behaviour. She understands the importance of teaching children about respecting one another, being kind and to share toys.  The childminder demonstrates a positive attitude towards continually developing her knowledge and skills. She values training to improve the quality of her professional development and the learning outcomes for children.

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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 checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and other household members. She talked to the childminder about her self-evaluation and improvement plans.  The inspector had a tour of the premises and viewed all areas that are used for childminding.  The inspector looked at policies, procedures and documents the childminder will use when caring for children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY407452 Local authority Nottinghamshire Inspection number 850830 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 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2010 and lives in Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire. She operates all year round from 6.45am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a recognised childcare qualification to 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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