Childminder EY404408

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 28 June 2016 27 February 2012

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The provision meets requirements

 The experienced and highly qualified childminder demonstrates a strong knowledge of how to use observations and assessment to identify children's next steps in learning. She explains how she will use these to plan for and to monitor children's ongoing progress.  A broad range of toys and equipment is available, inside and outdoors, to meet the learning needs of children of different ages. The childminder gives examples of suitable activities she would provide to promote babies' and children's development.  Suitable policies, procedures and documentation are in place to underpin the childminder's practice and help her protect children's welfare. She demonstrates a secure knowledge of safeguarding procedures and how to report any concerns. She knows how to minimise potential hazards to help keep children safe in her care.  The childminder explains ways in which she will work in partnership with parents and

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The provision meets requirements

other providers to promote continuity and consistency in children's care and learning. She describes how she will help children to behave well, build confidence and independence and develop self-care skills in readiness for starting school.  The childminder knows how to promote children's health and physical well-being. She places value on giving children plenty of opportunities to play and learn outdoors and on enabling them to gain fresh air and exercise.  The childminder recognises the importance of ongoing professional development to improve her knowledge, planning and the outcomes for children. She explains how she evaluates her practice and provision in order to maintain quality and drive improvement. She outlines how she will seek feedback from parents and ensure they are happy with the service she provides.

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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 home and garden that are used when caring for children.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to support children's play and learning and undertake observations, assessment and planning.  The inspector looked at policies, procedures and documents the childminder uses when caring for children and discussed how she reviews her provision.  The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's training and of the suitability of all adults in the household.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY404408 Local authority Worcestershire Inspection number 849934 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 27 February 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2010 and lives in Worcester. The provision operates from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, during term time only. The childminder holds qualified teacher status.

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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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