Childminder EY449687

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 8 April 2016 6 November 2014

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder is well qualified and undertakes continued professional development to further improve his knowledge and understanding.  The childminder has a good understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and can talk about how children develop and learn. He explains how to help children progress well through assessing their needs, providing activities linked to their interests and next steps in learning.  The childminder knows how to work in partnership with parents to meet children's learning and development needs. He knows how to monitor progress, plan for any gaps in children's learning and secure support from other professionals if needed.  The childminder explains how he plans to improve his setting through reflecting on and evaluating his practice and the provision. He understands the importance of involving parents and children in this process to ensure that his service meets their needs.

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder is able to explain how he would encourage children to develop independence through their play and daily routines. He is committed to ensuring that children's behaviour is good and that they are considerate of each other and the environment.  The childminder is able to explain how to promote children's good health and well- being. He understands the importance of providing children with a balanced diet, fresh air and exercise as part of daily practice.  The childminder has documentation in place to effectively promote children's safety. He has a good knowledge of child protection and knows what action to take if he has any concerns about a child's welfare or development. He knows how to use risk assessments to minimise hazards in the setting and on outings.  The childminder is aware of the importance of helping children to feel comfortable when they start in the setting. He is committed to providing flexible settling-in

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The provision meets requirements

arrangements and working with parents to promote continuity of care. The childminder has a good understanding of how to help children feel safe, secure and valued. 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 viewed all areas of the setting used for childminding.  The inspector discussed practice and procedures and viewed a range of documentation including, health and safety policies, risk assessments, accident and medication records, learning and development records and qualifications.  The inspector spoke to the childminder throughout the inspection.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of all members of the household.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY449687 Local authority Cumbria Inspection number 997591 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 1 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 6 November 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2012 and lives in Barrow-In-Furness, Cumbria. The childminder holds an appropriate early years qualification at level 5. He operates all year round, from 7am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and 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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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