Childminder in Peterborough

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 24 June 2016 4 February 2013

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder understands the procedure to follow should she have concerns about a child's welfare. She has current knowledge about how to safeguard children. The childminder uses effective risk assessments, ensuring the premises are safe for children to use.  Strong partnerships with parents are valued by the childminder. She explains that when children first start she gathers information about what they know so she can build on their skills and knowledge. She takes into account the familiar routines they have already established to meet their care needs.  The childminder has plans in place to support children to learn about healthy lifestyles. She intends to provide them with healthy snacks and daily opportunities to be active in the outdoors so children benefit from fresh air and exercise.  The childminder intends to offer children and their families flexible settling-in sessions to meet the needs of the children and their families. She understands the importance of

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The provision meets requirements

forming strong emotional bonds with children to help them feel confident and happy in her care.  The childminder has appropriate procedures in place to evaluate her practice. She seeks guidance and support from other professionals. Parents' and children's opinions are sought to help her to identify her strengths and any areas in need of development. She plans to attend further training to build upon her current knowledge and skills.

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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 observed areas to be used for the care of children, along with furniture, equipment and toys that are to be used for childminding.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes to children.  The inspector checked evidence of suitability and training for the childminder and the suitability of other members of the household.  The inspector looked at a selection of policies and documents the childminder uses when caring for children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 257021 Local authority Peterborough Inspection number 1042837 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 4 February 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1993 and lives in Ravensthorpe, Peterborough. She operates all year round from 6am to 7pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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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