Childminder EY274716

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 12 July 2016 23 March 2015

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This inspection: Not met

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder does not hold a current paediatric first-aid certificate.  The childminder has a good understanding of how to provide a range of exciting and stimulating activities that complements the learning that takes place in other settings. She understands how to help children to be prepared for the next stage in their learning.  The childminder understands the importance of working closely with parents and other settings that children attend. She explains how she supports children's specific individual requirements and ensures continuity in their learning and care.  The childminder has attended relevant safeguarding training and is fully aware of her role to protect children from harm and keep them safe. She demonstrates an understanding of the procedures to follow should she have any concerns regarding children's welfare.  The childminder understands how to promote healthy lifestyles with the children. She

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The provision does not meet requirements

recognises the importance of healthy food choices and daily opportunities for fresh air and exercise. She shares how she supports children to try new things safely and learn to manage their own risks.  The childminder understands how to promote children's emotional well-being. She shows awareness of how to support children to make positive relationships, develop their independence and behave well.  The childminder understands how to reflect on her practice and gather the views of parents and children to help make improvements. She reads articles and attends training which helps her to improve the quality of her provision.

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The provision does not meet 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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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the early years foundation stage and the Childcare Register the provider must:

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Due Date

 maintain a paediatric first-aid certificate. 12/08/2016

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at the areas of the premises used for childminding.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to support children's play and learning.  The inspector checked evidence that appropriate suitability checks had been undertaken on all adults living and working in the household.  The inspector looked at safeguarding policies and a range of other supporting documentation the childminder will use.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY274716 Local authority Wirral Inspection number 1050900 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 4 - 5 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 23 March 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2003 and lives in Greasby, Wirral. She operates term time only from 7.45am to 6pm Monday to Friday all year round 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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