Gillian Chorlton

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 25 April 2016 1 March 2010

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has a clear understanding of how to promote the welfare and safety of every child. She has completed all relevant training, including first aid, and has a good awareness of safeguarding. The childminder explains the signs and symptoms of abuse and is clear about the procedures to follow should she have any concerns about a child in her care.  The childminder understands the importance of personal, social and emotional development in helping children to gain self-confidence and self-esteem. This helps to prepare and support children for their next stage in learning, such as school.  The childminder understands the importance of working in close partnerships with parents and professionals. She is confident to share children's achievements on a regular basis and welcomes parents to contribute towards children's future learning.  The childminder is qualified and experienced. She explains how she will observe,

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The provision meets requirements

evaluate and assess children's progress and plan for their individual next steps in learning. She is aware of the need to complete a written summary of progress for children aged between two and three years.  The friendly childminder has a good understanding of how to nurture children's emotional well-being so that they feel happy, settled and assured in her care.  The childminder works to improve the provision. This is through membership of childminding organisations and by using self-evaluation to reflect on her practice and how she uses the childminding environment. She also shows a commitment to professional development.  The childminder has a good understanding of how to promote children's safety. She confidently explains how she will involve children in thinking about healthy practices. She explains the risks involved when going on outings and how to help children understand about staying safe.

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has a good understanding of how to promote her setting's values and expectations so that children learn to be polite, well mannered and respectful of one another. She recognises the importance of taking children out into their local area to help them learn about their wider community. 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 the areas of the premises that are available for use by children.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder regarding her knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage requirements.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programme for children and undertake observations, assessments and planning.  The inspector examined documentation, including the childminder's training certificates, policies and evidence of suitability of household members, and discussed the childminder's self-evaluation form and improvement plan.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY393498 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 859530 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 1 March 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2009 and lives in Whitworth, Rochdale. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a level 3 qualification in childcare.

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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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