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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Childminder EY480120

Inspected 21 Sept 2016 · URN EY480120

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  • Inspection date verified

    21 Sept 2016

  • Inspectors verified

    Lindsey Cullum

  • Overall effectiveness verified

    Met

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder Report

  • URN verified

    EY480120

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  • OverallMet

90% of comparable inspections in the last three years were graded Met (3,163 inspections).

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+14Mostly positivemore positive than 43% of reports of this type graded Met
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  • Findings8w0
  • What needs to improve417w+14

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Inspection date

Previous inspection date 21 September 2016 Not applicable

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder displays a secure understanding of the ways in which young children learn. She describes how she plans to use observations and assessments of each child to organise activities to meet their needs in all areas of learning. She explains how she intends to monitor children's progress and prepare them for school.  The family home is welcoming and safe. There is a selection of good quality toys and play materials, enabling children to select resources and take decisions in their play.  The childminder demonstrates through discussion and written policies, that she has a sound understanding of her role and responsibility to safeguard children. She is aware of the signs and symptoms of abuse to help her recognise when children may be at risk of harm and is confident to follow procedures and report concerns, if the need arises.  The childminder plans to promote healthy living for children by providing them with

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The provision meets requirements

healthy meals and promoting their understanding of a good hygiene routine, to reduce the risk of cross-infection. She intends to provide plenty of outdoor activities in the garden and take children on visits to local parks, to give them opportunities for exercise and enjoy the fresh air.  The childminder understands the importance of valuing children's backgrounds and meeting their individual needs. She is aware of how this helps children to feel settled and cared for. The childminder explains how she plans to teach children the importance of sharing, taking turns and being considerate of other's needs.  The childminder is aware of the importance of working in partnership with parents. She talks about effective methods for engaging parents, encouraging them to share what they know about their children and to keep them informed about their children's day and developmental progress.  The childminder demonstrates an understanding of the importance of working in

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The provision meets requirements

partnership with other early years providers that children may also attend, in order to support continuity in the children's individual care and learning needs.

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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.  The inspector viewed evidence of the suitability of all adults in the home, qualifications of the childminder, policies and procedures and documents the childminder will use when caring for children.  The inspector toured the areas of the premises used by the children and viewed the play equipment and resources available.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she monitors her provision.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY480120 Local authority Norfolk Inspection number 1001383 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 Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2014 and lives on the outskirts of Norwich. She offers a childminding service 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

procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children’s services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

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