Childminder EY414861

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 4 July 2016 11 April 2013

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has a very good knowledge and understanding of how children develop and learn. She knows how to assess children's ongoing development and use the information gathered to inform her planning. The childminder is confident in explaining how to use children's interests to plan activities that meet individual needs.  The childminder has a good range of resources in a suitable environment to help support children's learning.  The childminder has a robust knowledge of safeguarding procedures. She is able to explain her responsibility to report any concerns she may have to relevant agencies. The childminder confidently explains the signs and symptoms of abuse.  The childminder has a clear understanding of how to help children stay safe and to promote their well-being. The childminder knows how to keep her home safe and secure for children. The parts of the premises to be used for children's activities are

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The provision meets requirements

clean, tidy and warm.  The childminder knows that the provision of healthy snacks and drinks help promote children's good health.  The childminder maintains all the required policies and procedures and knows what documentation is needed to meet statutory requirements. She keeps mandatory training updated, including a valid qualification in paediatric first aid.  The childminder is able to maintain accurate records and will gain relevant information from parents, such as information about children's dietary needs and allergies. She explains how she will support children's individual needs by liaising with relevant agencies.  The childminder is able to evaluate her provision and identify improvements to enhance her knowledge and skills. She demonstrates an understanding of how this can help her to continually improve her service.

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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 will deliver learning experiences for children and monitor their progress through observations, assessments and planning.  The inspector looked at evidence of her suitability to care for children as well as all policies and procedures the childminder will use.  The inspector observed all areas of the home that the childminder intends to use for childcare and the equipment and toys which she will use for childminding.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she implements statutory or government requirements.  The inspector and the childminder discussed how she evaluates to identify areas for improvement that raise the quality of her provision.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY414861 Local authority Blackburn Inspection number 1042927 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 11 April 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2010 and lives in Blackburn. She operates all year round from 7am to 6.30pm, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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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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