Childminder in Cumberland

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 31 May 2016 25 February 2013

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The provision meets requirements

 Since the childminder's last inspection she has completed the action and recommendations to show improvements in her practice. Parental consents are obtained for taking children on outings. The childminder has a more varied selection of resources that helps children begin to understand about the diversity of the world around them and parents are involved in the evaluation of her practice.  The childminder understands the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage and how to use observations, assessment and planning to ensure that children make good progress in all areas of their learning.  The childminder shows a secure knowledge and understanding of the welfare requirements and how to safeguard children. She knows the appropriate agencies to contact and report to, should she have any concerns about a child in her care.  The childminder holds a current first-aid qualification and renews her public liability

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The provision meets requirements

insurance annually. She has conducted risk assessments of her home to be able to ensure the safety of children and minimise any potential risks or hazards.  The childminder knows how to promote children's health and well-being. She knows the importance of healthy lifestyles and will provide nutritious snacks and physical exercise.  The childminder has a positive attitude towards promoting good behaviour with children. She understands the importance of forming warm relationships with children and being a good role model for them to follow.  The childminder recognises the importance of working with parents, other settings and other professionals to ensure there is a shared approach to meeting children's individual needs.

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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 viewed the areas to be used by the childminder and discussed what activities and resources she provides.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programme for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning.  The inspector sampled relevant documentation, including the safeguarding and complaint policies, the current first-aid certificate, public liability and evidence of suitability for the childminder and her husband.  The inspector discussed safeguarding procedures with the childminder.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY438673 Local authority Cumbria Inspection number 1042752 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 registered person

Date of previous inspection 25 February 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2012 and lives in Carlisle, Cumbria. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, except 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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