Childminder EY480737

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 24 March 2016 Not applicable

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has a good understanding of the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She demonstrates a sound knowledge and understanding of how children learn. The childminder has a clear understanding of how to observe, assess and monitor children's progress and support their next steps in learning.  The childminder understands how to promote children's well-being and good behaviour. She shows an awareness of how to help children build positive and respectful relationships with others, make choices and be independent.  The childminder has a good understanding of how to promote a healthy lifestyle for children. This includes providing healthy snacks and meals and encouraging physical development through a range of activities and outings.  The childminder successfully identifies and minimises risks in her home. She demonstrates a sound knowledge of what would cause her concern and her

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The provision meets requirements

responsibilities to protect children from abuse and neglect. She keeps her safeguarding and first-aid knowledge current.  The childminder has developed appropriate systems to gather information about children's individual needs. She offers a gradual settling-in process to enable her to discuss children's individual routines with parents and incorporate these into their day.  The childminder has a good understanding of how to work in partnership with parents and other providers to meet children's learning needs.  The childminder understands the importance of evaluating the provision to ensure ongoing improvements are implemented. She explains how she will seek the views of children and parents to help her to review the quality of her provision. The childminder obtains information from early years websites to keep up to date with government requirements.

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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 parts of the premises used for the care of children. She looked at resources and equipment available for children's use.  The inspector checked the childminder's qualifications and the suitability of those living in the household.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver educational programmes for children.  The inspector looked at policies and documents the childminder will use when caring for children and discussed self-evaluation and improvement plans.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY480737 Local authority Walsall Inspection number 989049 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 4 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2014 and lives in Willenhall, Wolverhampton. She operates all year round from 6am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides overnight care.

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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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