Childminder EY363180

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 11 April 2016 23 February 2015

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder demonstrates that she understands her responsibilities to safeguard children. She knows the signs that could indicate a child is at risk of harm and knows how she would refer any concerns. She knows how to minimise any risks in the play environment.  The childminder understands the importance of keeping her knowledge up to date through ongoing training. She recognises the importance of evaluating her practice to drive improvement. She has addressed the recommendation from the previous inspection. She has now obtained public liability insurance and a paediatric first-aid certificate.  The childminder understands how children learn and develop through play. She is aware of assessing children's learning and identifying their next steps. She describes how she would plan challenging activities across all areas of learning.  The childminder explains her arrangements that help support children's health and

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The provision meets requirements

healthy lifestyles. She knows the importance of teaching children about eating a healthy diet, following hygiene procedures and exercise.  The childminder understands how to promote children's behaviour. She discusses how she would encourage mutual respect. She explains that she would follow positive behaviour strategies and help children to share and take turns.  The childminder is aware of the importance of working with parents, professionals and other early years settings children attend. She explains how she would share information about children's learning and development.  The childminder understands how to promote children's independence and prepare them for their next stages in learning.

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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 looked at evidence of the childminder's suitability to mind children. She also discussed with the childminder how she would maintain children's welfare.  The inspector observed the premises and resources with the childminder.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder about her practice and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage requirements.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she will monitor and assess children's progress from their starting points. She also discussed how she would plan for their future learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY363180 Local authority Derby, City of Inspection number 1007376 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 23 February 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2007 and lives in Oakwood, Derby. The childminding provision operates Monday to Friday from 8am until 6pm, term time only. The childminder holds an early years qualification at level 3.

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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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