Childminder EY474076

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 11 April 2016 11 September 2014

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This inspection: Met

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has addressed the actions set at the last inspection. This demonstrates that the childminder has a strong desire for continuous improvement. She is aware of the need to evaluate her practice and her training needs, in order to help drive continuous improvement.  The childminder understands the importance of providing suitable toys and resources, and planning enjoyable learning experiences to help children make progress. The childminder is aware of assessing children's progress to identify their next steps and any gaps in learning.  The childminder has a good understanding of how to work in partnership with parents and other providers to meet children's learning needs.  The childminder knows how to provide children's play in safe and suitable surroundings. She knows how to minimise any risks in the play environment and how to teach children to develop healthy lifestyles.  The childminder recognises the importance of managing children's behaviour to help

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The provision meets requirements

them to know how to behave and to respect others. She knows how to provide children with social opportunities to help them get on with others in readiness for school.  The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of safeguarding procedures and explains how she would report any concerns about children in her care. She demonstrates that she continues to refresh her knowledge of this area through attending training.  The childminder understands the learning and development requirements. She knows the importance of providing appropriate challenge to help children to make progress.

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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 viewed areas of the home used for childminding. She talked with the childminder about resources and equipment used and looked at some of these.  The inspector viewed documents with regards to the qualifications of the childminder and suitability of those living in the household.  The inspector discussed the self-evaluation process for improving practice.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children, and how she will undertake observations, assessments and planning.  The inspector looked at documentation and a selection of policies and procedures that the childminder will use when caring for children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY474076 Local authority Lincolnshire Inspection number 1044123 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 5 - 5 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 11 September 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2014. She lives in Lincolnshire. The childminder operates all year round from 7am to 7pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She supports disabled children or those with special educational needs. The childminder holds a relevant 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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