Childminder in Essex

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 15 April 2016 Not applicable

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has a thorough understanding of how to protect children in her care. She is aware of the signs and symptoms of abuse and knows how to report concerns, in line with the Local Safeguarding Children Board guidelines.  The childminder demonstrates a good awareness of the importance of engaging with parents and encouraging them to share what they know about their child. She has effective methods for keeping parents informed about their child's day and progress.  The childminder demonstrates, through discussion and written documentation, a good understanding of her responsibility to support children's learning and developmental progress. She understands the importance of observing children as they play and planning for their next steps.  The childminder talks confidently about supporting children to understand and adopt healthy lifestyles. She plans to encourage children to develop healthy hygiene habits

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The provision meets requirements

and intends to promote activities outdoors.  Toys are stored so that they are accessible to children, supporting them to choose what they want to play with. The childminder recognises that this organisation helps to promote children's independence and sense of belonging.  The childminder offers an inclusive service, to meet children's individual needs. She demonstrates an understanding of how to help children to settle, build close emotional attachments with her and enjoy their time in the setting.  The childminder understands the benefits of evaluating her service to identify areas for improvement and the action needed to work towards continuous improvement.  The childminder is committed to her own professional development. She attends relevant training courses, and accesses online training, to further her childcare skills and knowledge in order to meet the care and learning needs of children.

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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 spoke with the childminder about the service that she provides.  The inspector checked the suitability of the rooms used for childminding.  The inspector looked at written documentation and a selection of policies.  The inspector checked evidence of the qualifications of the childminder and the suitability of household members.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY473588 Local authority Essex Inspection number 965858 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 5 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2014 and lives in Colchester, Essex. She operates all year round from 8am 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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