Childminder EY441453

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 22 April 2016 22 August 2012

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder demonstrates through discussion that she is aware of the early years foundation stage learning and development and assessment requirements. She explains how activities would be adapted to meet children's different learning needs over the prime and the specific areas of learning.  The childminder describes a range of resources and activities that she will provide to meet the needs of children at different stages of development.  The childminder identifies potential risks in her home and garden and how she will ensure that these are minimised when children are present. She demonstrates a sound knowledge of signs and symptoms which would cause her concern with regard to children's welfare. She understands her responsibilities to protect children from abuse and neglect.  The childminder explains her expectations for behaviour, which include showing consideration for others. She recognises the value of praise and encouragement to

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The provision meets requirements

reinforce positive behaviour and to boost children's self-esteem.  In order to keep up to date with early years issues, the childminder obtains information online and retains contact with other registered childminders. She keeps her safeguarding and first-aid knowledge current.  Documentation provided for parents to initially complete includes information on their child's care needs and on what the child already knows and can do.  Details of the service provided for parents and children are included in a range of the childminder's policies and procedures.  The childminder describes her past positive experience of working in partnership with other early years providers to ensure continuity of care and learning for 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 discussed with the childminder how she intends to support children's play and learning.  The inspector looked at evidence of the childminder's qualifications and training, and checked evidence of the suitability of all adults in the household.  The inspector checked all areas that will be used by children. She spoke with the childminder throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at policies and procedures and a range of other documentation.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY441453 Local authority Coventry Inspection number 1042260 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 22 August 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2012 and lives in Coventry. She operates Monday to Friday from 7.30am to 6pm, all year round, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a teaching assistant qualification at level 2.

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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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