Childminder EY429583

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 17 March 2016 11 January 2012

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder shows sufficient knowledge of safeguarding children. She can describe the signs and symptoms that would make her concerned about a child in her care and knows how to report any concerns that may arise.  The childminder demonstrates a suitable understanding of the learning and development requirements. She describes how she will observe and assess children's progress and knows how to plan for the next stages in their development.  The childminder shows an understanding of how to promote children's safety and welfare. The use of risk assessments and daily checks ensures that any potential hazards to children are identified and minimised.  The childminder understands the importance of forming secure relationships with children to support their emotional well-being.  The childminder demonstrates an understanding of the importance of reflecting on her practice in order to improve the quality of her setting. She meets regularly with other

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The provision meets requirements

childminders and attends training courses to keep her knowledge up to date.  The childminder understands the importance of providing children with a healthy diet and ensuring they get fresh air and exercise.  Through discussion, the childminder shows a commitment to working in partnership with parents to ensure children's learning needs are met. She demonstrates knowledge of gathering appropriate information from parents when a child begins to attend the setting.

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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 spoke with the childminder about her understanding of the requirements for safeguarding and welfare and learning and development.  The inspector looked at policies and documents used by the childminder when caring for children.  The inspector talked with the childminder about her self-evaluation process and how she plans to continue to make improvements.  The inspector checked the suitability of relevant members of the household.  The inspector viewed areas of the home used for childminding. She talked with the childminder about resources and equipment.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY429583 Local authority Redcar & Cleveland Inspection number 959846 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 12 - 12 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 11 January 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2011 and lives in Middlesbrough. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 7pm, Monday to Friday, except for 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

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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