Childminder in Torbay

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 12 April 2016 7 June 2012

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder understands the learning and development requirements. She knows how to plan activities across the areas of learning and to monitor children's progress.  The childminder understands the importance of working with parents, other early years settings and professionals to promote children's care and learning.  The childminder understands the importance of supporting children's health and well- being. She recognises the need for children to enjoy fresh air and exercise, to promote their physical development, and to teach them appropriate hygiene routines.  The childminder understands her responsibilities for safeguarding children, including the procedures to follow in the event of a concern.  The childminder understands how to promote children's safety in the home. For example, she has fire safety equipment and cupboards locks in place. She has risk assessment procedures to promote the safety and well-being of children.

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder understands how to encourage children's behaviour, such as through praise, encouragement and by using rewards.

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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 discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and assess their progress.  The inspector sampled documentation, including suitability records for household member, and the childminder's policies and procedures.  The inspector discussed self-evaluation systems with the childminder.  The inspector assessed the childminder's understanding of safeguarding and her knowledge of child protection procedures.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 104608 Local authority Torbay Inspection number 812226 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1998. She lives in Paignton, Devon. The childminder offers care on a Monday to Friday, from 7.30am to 6pm. There were no children on roll in the early years age group at the time of the 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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