Childminder 207740

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 17 March 2016 21 April 2011

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder demonstrates through discussion that she understands her responsibilities to safeguard children. She knows how to recognise the signs or symptoms that may indicate a cause for concern. She knows the correct reporting procedure should concerns arise.  The childminder understands how children learn through play. She knows how to plan a broad range of activities to meet children's individual needs and support their learning and development.  The childminder explains how she would check on children's learning. She discusses how she would use observations and identify any gaps in children's learning. She talks about how she would extend children's learning so that they could make good progress.  The childminder understands how to promote children's independence and prepare them for their next stages in learning. She explains the arrangements she would implement that support children's health and safety. The childminder is aware of the

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The provision meets requirements

need to promote healthy lifestyles and encourage children to follow sensible hygiene procedures.  The childminder understands how to promote children's behaviour. She discusses how she would encourage mutual respect. She explains that she would follow positive behaviour strategies and help children to share and take turns.  The childminder keeps her skills and knowledge up to date. She recognises the importance of evaluating her practice to drive improvement and promote positive outcomes for children. She has addressed the recommendation from the previous inspection.  The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents, outside agencies and other early years providers. She describes how she would share information about the children's progress. 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

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The provision meets requirements

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 held discussions with the childminder about her practice and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage requirements.  The inspector observed the premises and resources with the childminder.  The inspector sampled documentation, including policies, procedures and evidence of the childminder's suitability to mind children. She also discussed with the childminder how she would use these to help maintain children's welfare.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she will monitor and assess children's progress from their starting points. She also asked her how she would plan for their future learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 207740 Local authority Derbyshire Inspection number 854434 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 6 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 21 April 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1992 and lives in Chesterfield. The childminding provision operates Monday to Friday from 8am until 6pm all year round, except for Christmas, family and bank holidays. The childminder holds an early years 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

procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children’s services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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