Hall, Allyson

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 15 April 2016 15 October 2012

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder is well qualified and has a good understanding of how children learn and develop. She knows how to plan for children's individual needs and has systems in place for monitoring their progress. She knows how to support children in being ready for their move to school.  The childminder understands the importance of creating strong relationships with parents. She regularly shares children's progress with them and discusses ways children's learning can be complemented at home. In addition, she works closely with parents to ensure children feel safe and secure when in her care.  Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder regularly updates her knowledge and understanding of safeguarding issues. She is aware of the different types of abuse, the signs and symptoms and how to report a concern.  The childminder's premises are safe and secure. She constantly risk assesses the areas

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The provision meets requirements

children access and ensures that their safety is promoted.  Supporting children to be kind, caring and respectful is a high priority. The childminder understands how to provide a warm and caring environment for children to become confident and motivated learners in.  The childminder attends training courses and she has a current paediatric first-aid qualification. She ensures she reads about childcare subjects to keep herself up to date with changes in the sector. The childminder explains that she is very aware of her strengths and areas she is working on to develop further.

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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 had a tour of the premises and viewed all areas that are used when caring for children.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to support children's play and learning.  The inspector looked at qualification certificates and documents the childminder will use when caring for children.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of household members and talked with the childminder about her self-evaluation and improvement plans.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 321221 Local authority York Inspection number 1037030 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 5 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 15 October 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1993 and lives in Strensall, York. She operates all year round from 6.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate 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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