Childminder EY318712

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 10 May 2016 21 October 2009

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder has failed to maintain public liability insurance.  The childminder does not hold a current paediatric first-aid qualification.  The childminder does not have sufficient knowledge of the signs of symptoms of abuse. Although she has completed safeguarding training in the past, she has not maintained or refreshed her knowledge. She lacks an understanding of the correct procedures to follow if she has a concern about a child.  The childminder talks enthusiastically about her passion to support children to be confident, safe and happy. She understands the importance of providing all children with a stimulating environment where they can thrive.  The childminder demonstrates an awareness of the importance of working in partnerships with parents, other professionals and other settings that children attend. She has identified appropriate methods that she plans to use, to establish a two-way

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The provision does not meet requirements

flow of information with parents and others and involve them fully in children's learning.  The childminder understands how to risk assess areas of her home that are to be used by children. She effectively highlights any hazards and is aware of additional measures that are necessary to maintain children's safety.  The childminder knows how to find out about children's interests, current levels of achievement and how to identify their next steps in learning. The childminder describes how she plans to assess children's abilities and monitor their progress. She has a strong knowledge of how to make sure that children develop well and how to prepare them for their moves on to school.

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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

 obtain public liability insurance 31/05/2016  complete and maintain a current paediatric first-aid qualification 30/09/2016  develop a good knowledge and understanding of the signs and symptoms of abuse 30/09/2016

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Due Date

 update knowledge and understanding of Local Safeguarding Children Board procedures and adjust existing policies to reflect new information accordingly. 30/09/2016

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Inspection activities

 The inspector discussed with the childminder how she plans to deliver the educational programmes for children.  The inspector looked at policies and documents the childminder will use when caring for children.  The inspector discussed the childminder's plans for improvement.  The inspector had a tour of the areas that the childminder plans to use for childcare.  The inspector checked the suitability of all household members.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY318712 Local authority Norfolk Inspection number 856879 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 21 October 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2006 and lives in Hillington, Norfolk. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Tuesday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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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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