Childminder EY439512

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 26 April 2016 Not applicable

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder does not hold an up-to-date public liability insurance policy; this affects the safe management of the provision. This is a breach of requirements of the Early Years Register and the Childcare Register.  The childminder has a sound understanding of child development and the different ways children learn. She provides a suitable range of resources to promote children's development in all areas of learning. The childminder has a secure understanding of how to observe, assess and plan for children's individual interests and next steps in their learning.  The childminder talks confidently about the importance of engaging with parents and others to provide care and learning for the children. She is aware that such communication helps to identify and manage any concerns.  The childminder understands how to promote children's well-being. She demonstrates a good knowledge of how to help children build positive relationships with others, make

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The provision does not meet requirements

choices and be independent in readiness for school. She also understands how to promote positive behaviour.  The childminder demonstrates a sound understanding of safeguarding. She is aware of what to do if she has concerns about a child's welfare and has a safeguarding policy in place to support her practice.  The childminder fully understands about providing a safe and secure environment for children to protect them from harm. She undertakes risk assessments of all areas of her home and for outings. She holds a suitable first-aid qualification and describes the action she would take to provide assistance in the event of a minor accident or injury.  The childminder describes how she reflects on the service she provides, demonstrating a continual drive to improve. She plans to gather views of children and their parents through discussion. This will enable her to identify areas for improvement to promote

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The provision does not meet 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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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and the Childcare Register the provider must:

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Due Date

 ensure suitable public liability insurance is in place. 31/05/2016

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Inspection activities

 The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she will undertake children's assessment, monitor their development and plan activities to promote their learning.  The inspector viewed the indoor areas to be used for childminding.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to promote the safeguarding and welfare requirements. She looked at insurance details and training certificates, and checked the evidence of suitability for household members.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY439512 Local authority Thurrock Inspection number 965098 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 Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2012 and lives in Essex. She operates during term time only 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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