Childminder 131077

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 9 March 2016 4 April 2011

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder knows how to encourage children to be inquisitive and investigate their surroundings. She plans a wide range of activities that extends each child's learning potential.  The childminder organises her home to be welcoming and a fun place to play and learn. Children can find resources in specific places so they have the right equipment for their chosen activity.  The childminder knows how to keep children safe. She completes risk assessments to reduce hazards and understands the correct procedure for safeguarding children.  The childminder is aware of promoting children's good health. She knows how to teach them the benefits of daily exercise and personal hygiene, such as brushing their teeth, and of healthy eating.  The childminder recognises children as individuals and understands the importance of teaching them respect and tolerance of others. Her daily planning includes activities

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The provision meets requirements

about other cultures and lifestyles for children to learn about and value.  The childminder values strong partnerships with the children's parents. She includes them in all aspects of children's care and learning so they work together supportively to meet children's needs.

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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 observed how the childminder maintains a safe and welcoming environment for children.  The inspector discussed the childminder's understanding of the learning and development requirements.  The inspector viewed a sample of the childminder's written records such as for self- evaluation, planning and attendance.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 131077 Local authority Brighton & Hove Inspection number 840824 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 4 April 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1997 and lives in Hove, East Sussex. She provides childcare Monday to Friday from 7.30am to 6.30pm. The childminder's home is accessed via steps down to the front door and the back garden has a slope with steep steps down from the house. The childminder collects children from the local school. No children were present during this inspection.

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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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