Childminder in Suffolk

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 19 April 2016 24 February 2015

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder demonstrates a strong commitment to improvement and has taken steps to address the actions set at her last inspection. She has increased her knowledge and understanding of how to identify and plan for children's development across the seven areas of learning.  The childminder demonstrates an awareness of her role in supporting and promoting children's achievements. She understands the importance of checking children's progress to ensure that any gaps are quickly identified and addressed. This includes the progress check for children between the age of two and three years.  The childminder understands her responsibility to protect children's well-being. She talks confidently about the signs and symptoms of abuse and knows how to report concerns.  The childminder understands the importance of engaging with parents and promoting good levels of communication. She describes methods, such as verbal communication

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The provision meets requirements

and written diaries, to keep parents informed about their child's day.  The childminder understands how to evaluate the quality of her practice in order to work towards continuous improvement.  The childminder is aware of the importance of supporting children to behave in ways that are safe for themselves and others. She talks confidently about helping children to build secure emotional bonds with her.  The childminder demonstrates that she is able to manage children's behaviour well, taking into account their age and level of understanding. She recognises the value of placing meaningful praise on good behaviour, as part of the promotion of children's self- worth.

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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 intends to provide.  The inspector checked the suitability of the rooms used for childminding.  The inspector looked at written documentation and a selection of policies and other records.  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 250900 Local authority Suffolk Inspection number 1007824 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 6 - 13 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 24 February 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1990. 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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