Childminder in Blackburn with Darwen

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 29 July 2016 2 July 2013

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has a good understanding of how to improve her provision through reflecting on her practice. She has addressed the action and recommendations raised at her last inspection. She evaluates her service regularly and includes the views of parents and children to ensure her service meets their individual needs.  The childminder has a sound knowledge of learning and development requirements. She now understands the relevance of observing children's play to identify their next steps in learning. She will use the information to plan suitable activities that challenge children and meet their individual needs.  The childminder has a robust knowledge and understanding of safeguarding. She is able to recognise signs and symptoms of abuse and knows the procedure to follow to report any concerns about children's welfare.  The childminder has a suitable range of resources to help meet children's individual

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The provision meets requirements

interests and support their learning.  The childminder has a good understanding of how to promote children's understanding of the world they live in. She understands the importance of children having opportunities to explore the local community and learn about the different cultures that exist in that community.  The childminder has a valid qualification in paediatric first aid, enabling her to correctly manage any accidents children may have. She maintains all required documentation, including records and policies.  The childminder is able to explain how to promote children's good health and will provide healthy snacks and meals. She knows how to take measures to ensure her home is a safe environment for children.  The childminder regularly attends training to enhance her skills and knowledge to help to improve outcomes for children.  The childminder recognises the importance of working in partnership with parents. She

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The provision meets requirements

explains how she will keep them informed about their children's progress through regular discussions and daily diaries. 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 would deliver learning experiences for children and monitor their progress through observation, assessment and planning.  The inspector looked at evidence of her suitability to care for children as well as all policies and procedures the childminder uses.  The inspector observed all areas of the home the childminder intends to use for childcare and the equipment and toys that would be used for childminding.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she implements statutory and government requirements.  The inspector and the childminder discussed how she evaluated her provision to identify areas for improvement that raise the quality of provision.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY454976 Local authority Blackburn Inspection number 1043220 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2013 and lives in Darwen, Lancashire. The childminder is operating term time only, from 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, except for 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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