Childminder EY449814

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 6 April 2016 25 February 2013

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has a clear understanding of the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She effectively demonstrates how she will provide appropriate learning opportunities to meet children's learning and development needs. She also has a good knowledge about how to assess children's development and plan for their next steps in learning.  The childminder has a good awareness of how to work in partnership with parents, other providers and schools. She explains how she will make sure there is consistency and continuity in children's individual care and learning needs.  The childminder has attended safeguarding training and demonstrates a clear understanding about the possible signs of abuse or neglect. She knows what to do and who to contact if she has any concerns about any child in her care.  The childminder holds a current paediatric first-aid qualification. This makes sure she

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The provision meets requirements

has the up-to-date knowledge required to effectively administer first aid.  The childminder demonstrates a strong understanding about how to promote children's emotional attachments and positive relationships. She demonstrates a clear understanding about how to positively manage a wide range of children's behaviours.  The childminder demonstrates her understanding about how to promote children's healthy lifestyles. She has a suitable knowledge of how to provide a balanced and nutritious diet for children. She also demonstrates a good understanding of how to provide an appropriate range of equipment and activities that promotes children's physical play and exercise.  The childminder has a good understanding about the required policies, procedures and documentation that must be fully maintained at all times. She understands the importance of reviewing her practice and has fully addressed the actions raised at the

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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 and the childminder discussed and looked at toys, books, resources and equipment that she intends to use.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programme for children.  The inspector looked at policies and documents the childminder will use when caring for children and discussed self-evaluation and improvement plans.  The inspector checked evidence of suitability and training of the childminder.  The inspector took account of the views of parents that have previously used the provision.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY449814 Local authority Shropshire Inspection number 1042754 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 6 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 25 February 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2012 and lives in Bridgnorth, Shropshire. The childminder is open all year round from 7am to 6pm, 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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