Childminder 202300

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 28 June 2016 15 November 2012

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has taken steps to address the actions and recommendations raised at the last inspection. She has completed an evaluation of her practice, put in place a procedure for monitoring children's progress and explains how she plans plenty of outdoor experiences.  The childminder demonstrates an appropriate knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements. She knows how to use observation and assessment to plan for children's individual learning and development.  The childminder maintains a suitable range of resources to meet the needs of children across a wide age range and with different interests. She recognises the value of offering children activities related to their current interests.  The childminder demonstrates a very good understanding of her responsibility to keep children safe. She has completed risk assessments that show how she checks the areas of the home and garden used by children.

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder knows how to help children prepare for the next stage in their learning, such as school. She understands how to promote their independence in managing their self-care needs. The childminder explains how she is able to teach children the early stages of enjoying books and reading, counting and writing.  The childminder understands how to promote children's confidence and sense of well- being. She shows an awareness of how to help children build positive relationships with others and to make choices and decisions for themselves. She explains how she encourages children to behave well by being consistent and a good role model.  The childminder has good knowledge of child protection procedures. She understands the correct action to take should she have any concerns that children are at risk of harm. She attends regular safeguarding training to keep up to date with the latest requirements.

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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 deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning.  The inspector looked at policies and documents the childminder will use when caring for children.  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 checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of childminder and other household members aged over 16 years.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 202300 Local authority Essex Inspection number 1036882 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 15 November 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1993 and lives in Harlow. 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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