Childminder EY417627

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 22 August 2016 8 November 2012

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder is fully aware of the learning and development requirements. She understands how to observe, assess and plan for their future learning needs. The childminder is aware of the requirement to undertake a progress check for children aged between two and three years.  The childminder keeps her home well maintained and hygienic. She demonstrates through discussion an awareness of promoting children's safety. She completes regular checks of her home and garden, and takes action to minimise potential risks.  The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents to ensure she is fully informed of their individual needs and care routines. The childminder understands the benefits of a gradual introduction into her care to support the emotional security of young children.  The childminder is aware of promoting children's confidence and self-esteem, and supporting their independence. She demonstrates an awareness of promoting children's

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The provision meets requirements

understanding of their own health and well-being, and the benefits of exercise on their bodies.  The childminder has an appropriate early years qualification and accesses a wide variety of professional development opportunities. She attends mandatory training courses, such as first aid and safeguarding to ensure she understands current practice and legislation.  The childminder demonstrates knowledge of the signs of abuse and neglect, and the procedure to follow to raise a concern about a child in her care.

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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 discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and how she plans to undertake observations, assessments and planning.  The inspector discussed policies and procedures, records kept by the childminder for children and a range of other documents.  The inspector observed areas of the home and garden that are used for childminding.  The inspector looked at the childminder's training certificates and checked evidence of the suitability of adults living in the household.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY417627 Local authority Leicestershire Inspection number 1036938 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 8 November 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2010 and lives in Broughton Astley in Leicestershire. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a recognised early years level 3 qualification.

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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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