Childminder EY458118

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 29 June 2016 Not applicable

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder demonstrates, through discussions and documentation, that she has developed effective procedures to assess and plan for children's skills. She is knowledgeable about how to promote children's interests and the areas of learning through play.  The childminder securely understands that children learn in different ways. She knows the importance of providing them with access to resources and activities to extend their learning, indoors and outdoors.  The childminder knows the importance of promoting healthy lifestyles. She is trained in food hygiene and menus are planned to embrace children's dietary needs, cultures and preferences. Daily routines include outings, exercise and fresh air. The childminder plans to involve children in managing their own hygiene.  The childminder explains that through praise and reassurance, she intends to boost children's confidence and self-esteem. She has developed strategies to engage parents

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The provision meets requirements

in helping her to support children's emotional development and behaviour. These include plenty of discussion with children about what is right and wrong.  The childminder demonstrates a confident understanding of safeguarding procedures. She securely explains possible signs of abuse, participates in regular child protection training and has built strong links with the local authority. She knows the steps to take should concerns about children's welfare arise.  The childminder has developed effective procedures to ensure that the environment and outings are safe for children. Risk assessments are detailed and there are plans to involve children in assessing and managing their personal safety.  The childminder understands the importance of working with parents. Procedures in place show that policies, educational programmes and routines are to be shared with them. The childminder explains, through discussions and documentation, that she

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The provision meets requirements

strongly focuses on involving parents in children's learning, care and reflective practice.

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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.  The inspector looked at documents relating to evidence of the suitability of household members. She also discussed policies and procedures used by the childminder in her practice.  The inspector viewed the areas of the premises used for childminding. She discussed how the resources will be used with children to promote their learning and development.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY458118 Local authority Ealing Inspection number 1040111 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 Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2013 and lives in the London Borough of Ealing. 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 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

procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children’s services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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