Childminder EY414590

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 6 July 2016 25 April 2012

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The provision meets requirements

 The experienced childminder is passionate about providing good quality childcare in a safe and stimulating environment. She is confident in conducting her own research and attending training to help to continually improve her knowledge and skills.  The childminder has a good knowledge of child protection procedures. She is able to explain how she would keep children safe in her home and on outings. The childminder understands how to use risk assessments to reduce possible hazards.  The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of how children learn and develop. She knows how to observe and assess children's learning. The childminder understands how to identify children's next steps in learning and the importance of engaging parents in their child's ongoing development.  The childminder knows how to promote children's well-being. She was able to explain how to support effective hygiene practice. The childminder understands the importance

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The provision meets requirements

of providing healthy snacks and meals. She explained how to promote healthy lifestyles through exercise within the setting and at local parks.  The childminder is confident in building strong working partnerships with other settings and professionals. She has systems in place to enable her to share information about children's care and learning with other settings that they attend.  The childminder knows how to prepare children for their next stage of learning. She explained how to help them to develop key skills, such as self-confidence and independence.

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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 held discussions with the childminder about her knowledge and understanding of the early years foundation stage.  The inspector toured the areas to be used for childminding.  The inspector viewed a range of documents. This included evidence of suitability checks, a record of the childminder's training, policies and procedures. She also looked at risk assessment records and planning and assessment systems.  The inspector discussed the range of activities and resources that the childminder intends to provide when caring for young children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY414590 Local authority Staffordshire Inspection number 874315 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 25 April 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2010 and lives in Tittensor, Stoke-on-Trent. She operates all year round Monday to Friday, except for family holidays and bank holidays. The childminder operates from 7.30am until 6pm.

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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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