Childminder 250491

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 19 July 2016 20 May 2015

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This inspection: Met

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has gained support and guidance which have helped her to address the weaknesses raised at the last inspection. She knows the importance of evaluating the service she provides to identify strengths and areas for development and to help ensure that all requirements are met.  The childminder holds a current paediatric first-aid certificate and public liability insurance is in place. She assesses and checks for possible hazards and takes appropriate action to help minimise risks in her home and on outings.  The childminder is aware of the importance of partnership working. She has systems in place to involve parents, share information and assist her in providing consistent and complementary learning experiences which are matched to children's needs, interests and abilities.  A good range of resources is available to support children of varying ages and organised to enable them to make their own choices. The childminder explains how she

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The provision meets requirements

promotes positive images of diversity and provides opportunities for children to explore the natural world.  The childminder provides a friendly, welcoming environment. She describes varied activities to encourage children to develop the key skills needed to prepare them for future learning and the move on to school.  The childminder knows how to manage children's behaviour positively. She shows a good understanding of how to help children build relationships, encouraging them to consider the needs of others and to share and take turns.  The childminder has a good knowledge of how to promote children's well-being and to keep them safe while in her care. She is aware of the procedures to follow if she is concerned about the welfare of a child. The childminder completes online training and conducts research to keep herself up to date with changes to guidance and legislation.

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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 viewed the areas of the childminder's home used for childcare.  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, procedures and documents the childminder will use when caring for children and talked about her self-evaluation and plans for improvement.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of the childminder and other adults in the household.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 250491 Local authority Solihull Inspection number 1051008 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 0 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1996 and lives in Solihull. 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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