Childminder EY397992

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 27 May 2016 8 December 2014

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has a secure understanding of how to promote children's learning and development. She discusses the importance of providing a wide range of stimulating experiences to help them to develop well in all areas. She identifies how to adapt activities to take into account the age range of children in the early years.  The childminder has a set of policies and procedures to support her practice and to keep parents fully informed of how the provision is run. She demonstrates how to maintain a safe environment for children and follow safe procedures, such as for administering medication and keeping children's personal details secure.  The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents to support children's development. She explains how she intends to exchange information with them to support and enhance children's learning in the setting and at home.  The childminder discusses how she plans to make regular assessments of children's

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The provision meets requirements

capabilities to help her to identify their next steps in learning. She intends to take account of their interests, learning styles and next steps when planning suitable activities for them.  The childminder demonstrates her secure understanding of how to safeguard children. She is alert to the signs and symptoms of abuse and how to report her concerns about children's welfare quickly and to the appropriate professionals.  The childminder embraces diversity in the setting. She discusses how her provision is inclusive to all and the importance of celebrating difference. She explains how she intends to be a good role model to children and teach them to value and respect others.  The childminder has plans in place to reflect on what she offers and gather the views of parents and children to help her to assess the quality of her provision. She values the importance of gaining new knowledge to deepen her understanding and enhance her

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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 support children's play and learning.  The inspector looked at policies, procedures and documents the childminder plans to use when caring for children.  The inspector viewed the areas that are used when caring for children.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of the childminder and the suitability of other adults in the household.  The inspector talked with the childminder about her self-evaluation and improvement plans.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY397992 Local authority Norfolk Inspection number 1000721 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 7 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 8 December 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2009 and lives in Postwick, Norfolk. She operates all year round 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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