Owen Melanie

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 20 October 2016 17 September 2013

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder demonstrates through discussion and written policies, that she fully understands child protection procedures. She knows who to contact externally if she has any safeguarding concerns. She is aware of the signs and symptoms of abuse to help her recognise when children may be at risk of harm.  The childminder has a secure understanding of how to promote learning and development for young children. She describes how she plans to use observations and assessments of each child to meet their learning needs. She explains how she intends to monitor children's progress and prepare them for school.  The childminding areas are welcoming and safe. There is a wide selection of good quality toys and play materials available for children to play with.  The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents and other early years providers. She talks about effective methods for engaging

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The provision meets requirements

parents, encouraging them to share what they know about their children. She describes how she would share information with teachers to enable her to create a complementary approach to children's learning.  The childminder is fully aware of how to promote healthy lifestyles. She understands the benefits of offering healthy snacks and meals to children. She knows the importance of providing plenty of outdoor activities in the garden and taking children on visits to local parks. She describes how she promotes hygiene routines to reduce the risk of cross-infection.  The childminder has an understanding of how to appropriately manage children's behaviour. She discusses reinforcing the rules and boundaries in her provision to help children know what is expected of them. The childminder explains how she plans to teach children the importance of sharing, taking turns and being considerate of other's needs.

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder understands the importance of evaluating her practice and seeking parents' feedback to monitor the quality of her provision. She has attended relevant training, which has helped her to address the weaknesses raised at the last inspection. 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 the childminder's understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. She discussed the systems the childminder has in place to help keep children safe.  The inspector talked to the childminder about her understanding of the learning and development requirements.  The inspector discussed policies, procedures and documents the childminder will use when caring for young children.  The inspector checked evidence of suitability of the childminder and household members.  The inspector viewed areas of the home available for childminding.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she monitors her provision.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 207573 Local authority Derbyshire Inspection number 1043346 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 6 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 17 September 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1993 and lives in Clowne, Chesterfield. The childminding provision operates Monday to Friday, from 6.30am until 7.45pm, all year round, except for Christmas, 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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