Childminder in Trafford

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 23 August 2016 12 February 2015

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has successfully addressed all of the actions raised at her last inspection. Through discussion she demonstrates that she has high expectations and describes how she will continue to make improvements. She explains how she will gather the views of parents and children to use in the evaluation process.  The childminder is able to explain how she will observe and monitor children's progress to enable her to identify any gaps in learning. She understands how to complete the progress check for children aged between two and three years.  The childminder provides a safe environment for children. She explains how she would check the environment for any potential hazards each day and describes how she would minimise any risks to children on outings.  The childminder has a valid paediatric first-aid qualification. She is able to explain how she would deal with any accidents to children in her care.

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder can describe the potential signs of abuse. She is confident in the procedures to follow in the event of concerns about a child's safety or welfare.  The childminder has a suitable range of resources to support children's play. She describes how she will plan a variety of enjoyable and challenging experiences for children, taking into account their stage of development and interests.  The childminder explains how she will work closely with parents from the very beginning. She describes how she will share and gather information to support children's well-being, progress and achievements.  The childminder has a good understanding of the external agencies she could work with, if required. She has systems in place to share information with other settings children attend, in order to complement children's experiences.  The childminder understands the importance of offering an inclusive service for

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The provision meets requirements

children. She describes how she will plan activities and outings to help children learn about different cultures and people from the world around them.

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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 took a tour of the premises the childminder intends to use when childminding and reviewed resources and equipment.  The inspector reviewed a range of documentation, including policies and procedures, public liability insurance, training certificates and risk assessments.  The inspector met with the childminder to discuss her practice, self-evaluation and information relating to the statutory requirements.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 318546 Local authority Trafford Inspection number 1007016 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 7 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 12 February 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2000 and lives in the Urmston area of Trafford. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except 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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