Childminder 506263

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 25 April 2016 14 March 2012

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder provides a safe and secure play environment, both indoors and outside. A range of interesting toys, books and resources is available to meet the needs of the different age groups of children.  The childminder demonstrates a good understanding with how children learn. She is familiar with how to use ongoing observational assessments to monitor children's progress from their starting points.  The childminder is aware of her responsibility to safeguard children. She explains the action to take should she have any concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder maintains a current paediatric first-aid qualification and public liability insurance.  The childminder describes how she promotes children's well-being. She understands the importance of helping children to adopt healthy lifestyles and offers opportunities for exercise and activities in the fresh air.  The childminder provides an inclusive service. She explains how she gathers

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The provision meets requirements

information about children's interests and capabilities from parents to support each child's full participation in activities.  The childminder understands how to positively manage children's behaviour. She explains the importance of helping children to develop tolerance and respect for each other.  The childminder shows a commitment to working in partnership with parents and other providers to ensure children's learning needs are met. She has well-established links with local pre-schools and the nearby primary school. The childminder understands how to prepare children for starting school or the next stage in their learning.  The childminder understands the need to regularly evaluate her practice to identify strengths and areas that need to be improved. She has successfully addressed the recommendation raised at the last inspection.

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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 deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning.  The inspector looked around the ground floor of the premises and the bathroom on the first floor, and viewed the play equipment.  The inspector viewed evidence of suitability and qualifications of the childminder, policies and procedures, risk assessment and other documentation in relation to health and safety checks.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she monitors her provision and develops partnerships with parents and other professionals.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 506263 Local authority Essex Inspection number 869285 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 6 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 14 March 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1999 and lives in Chelmsford, Essex. She mainly offers out-of-school care during school term times, from 7.30am to 9am and 3pm to 6.30pm. The childminder occasionally provides flexible care at other times when there is a demand.

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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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