Childminder EY411881

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 12 May 2016 6 January 2011

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder has a limited knowledge of the learning and development requirements to support children's ongoing progress.  The childminder is not able to demonstrate an appropriate understanding of the seven areas of learning. She does not have a competent knowledge of how to effectively plan for individual children's learning needs.  The childminder lacks knowledge of the requirement to implement and share progress checks for children between two and three years with parents.  The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of working in partnerships with parents to provide continuity for their children's care.  The childminder has a clear knowledge of how to safeguard children. She has up-to- date knowledge of the procedures to follow if she has a concern about a child in her care.  The childminder understands how to promote children's physical well-being through exercise, fresh air and a healthy diet.

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder demonstrates a confident understanding of how to support children's emotional well-being when they move to their next place of learning.  The childminder understands the importance of providing children with a safe, secure and welcoming play environment. This helps to support children's understanding of keeping themselves safe.

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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 the provider must:

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Due Date

 develop a knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements 09/06/2016

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Due Date

 develop a knowledge and understanding of the seven areas of learning and how to plan for children's ongoing development 09/06/2016

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Due Date

 implement progress checks for children aged between two and three years and share these with parents. 09/06/2016

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Inspection activities

 The inspector discussed and reviewed the childminder's knowledge of learning and development and how to assess children's progress  The inspector viewed the areas of the childminder's house to be used for the care of children.  The inspector looked at documentation the childminder will use when caring for children and discussed self-evaluation and improvement plans.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY411881 Local authority Essex Inspection number 996618 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 6 January 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2003. She lives in Chelmsford, Essex. She operates all year round, Monday to Friday, from 8am until 6pm, 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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