Childminder EY440079

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 29 April 2016 26 July 2012

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder understands the different ways in which young children learn. She describes how she will encourage them to explore, investigate and make choices in their learning as well as taking part in activities that she plans and leads.  The childminder has developed systems that she intends to use to observe individual children and plan for what they need to learn next. She demonstrates a very good understanding of all areas of learning and describes how she will support children to make progress.  The childminder plans to work in partnership with parents and other settings that children attend. She explains how she will share her observations and assessments of children with them. She also intends to share ideas for home learning to promote children's continued progress.  The childminder has a wealth of experience in caring for children. She continues to build on her skills and knowledge in a variety of ways. For example, she attends many

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The provision meets requirements

training courses and shares information through a number of networks and forums.  The childminder has a very good knowledge of child protection procedures and clearly understands her role in protecting the welfare of children in her care.  The childminder demonstrates clear knowledge of how to promote children's emotional well-being. She shows an awareness of how to help them to build positive relationships with others, grow in confidence and become independent. She also understands how to positively manage children's behaviour.  The childminder has developed systems to evaluate all areas of her practice. She welcomes feedback from other professionals. She intends to seek detailed feedback from children and parents. She will use this information to continuously build on her practice.

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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 policies, procedures and other documents the childminder will use when caring for children.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of people in the household and talked with the childminder about her self-evaluation and improvement plans.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY440079 Local authority Hartlepool Inspection number 1042088 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 26 July 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2012 and lives in Hartlepool. She operates all year round from 7.30am 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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