Childminder 252517

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 31 March 2016 18 January 2011

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder provides a safe and welcoming environment. Toys and resources are of a very good quality and are readily accessible for children to use and explore.  The childminder demonstrates, through discussion, that she understands her role in protecting children. She is aware of the procedures to follow if she has a concern about a child in her care.  The childminder understands her role in promoting children's good behaviour. She plans to teach children what is expected of them, to share, take turns and respect each other.  The childminder shows she understands the importance of promoting children's healthy lifestyles, their physical development and well-being. She discusses how she will provide children with regular opportunities to be outside in the fresh air.  The childminder understands the legal requirements of childminding. She has a range of policies and procedures in place to support her practice.

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder is very experienced. She has a good understanding of how children learn and understands the significance of completing observations of children's learning. She has appropriate documentation in place to show how she will assess children's developmental progress.  The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents, other professionals and settings children attend in order to support each child's individual needs.  The childminder demonstrates how she evaluates her work to identify areas for development. She seeks the views of parents through written questionnaires to help her to continually improve.  The childminder keeps her practice up to date through regular discussions with other childminders, reading articles on the internet and completing training.

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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 had a tour of the premises and viewed all areas that are available to use when the childminder is caring for children.  The childminder showed the inspector a selection of resources she uses for children to play and learn with, both inside and in the garden of her home.  The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's suitability and discussed with the childminder her arrangements for self-evaluation and ongoing improvements.  The inspector discussed with the childminder her knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage and how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children.  The inspector looked at a selection of policies, documents and examples of children's learning records.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 252517 Local authority Nottinghamshire Inspection number 866631 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 2

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 18 January 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1986 and lives in Mapperley, Nottinghamshire. She operates all year round from 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She looks after older children before and after school.

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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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