Childminder EY385846

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 20 June 2016 10 September 2009

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has addressed the recommendations raised at the previous inspection. She has systems in place to complete regular risk assessments. She provides a safe environment and intends to support children to develop an awareness of how to keep themselves safe.  The well-qualified childminder demonstrates a good understanding of how children learn. She is proactive in updating her knowledge and skills. The childminder has systems in place to review the quality of her provision and recognises the importance of gathering the views of parents and their children to drive improvement forward.  The childminder plans to provide an inclusive provision. She understands the importance of supporting children to learn positive attitudes and challenge negative attitudes and stereotypes.  The childminder demonstrates a thorough understanding of safeguarding procedures. She has written policies in place and is aware of the steps to follow should she be

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The provision meets requirements

concerned about the welfare of a child in her care. The childminder demonstrates a good knowledge of the signs and symptoms of abuse.  The childminder knows how to support children to develop an awareness of how to lead a healthy lifestyle. She intends to take children on regular outings and make full use of the local amenities to support their physical skills. She plans to provide children with healthy choices during mealtimes.  The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents and other early years providers to provide a continued approach to children's learning. She has systems in place to capture information from parents about what their children know and can already do.  The childminder has systems in place to monitor the progress children make towards the early learning goals. She understands the importance of planning appropriate activities to support children's next stage in learning.

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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 all areas of the setting that will be used for childminding.  The inspector spoke to the childminder about how she intends to deliver the learning and development requirements for children.  The inspector spoke to the childminder about how she intends to meet the safeguarding and welfare requirements.  The inspector reviewed policies, procedures and other documentation, including suitability of adults who live in the household.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY385846 Local authority Northumberland Inspection number 873907 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 10 September 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2009 and lives in Cramlington, Northumberland. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate level 3 qualification in early years.

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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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