Childminder EY482503

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 25 October 2016 Not applicable

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder is very experienced. She has a secure understanding of how to provide children with a range of interesting and challenging activities to promote their learning. This includes art and craft activities, nature walks, visits to age-appropriate groups and outings to local parks and museums.  The childminder understands the need to gather clear information about children's starting points to assist her in planning for their learning. She explains how she intends to use observations and assessments to help check children's progress and to identify any gaps in their learning.  The childminder has a clear understanding of her role and responsibility to safeguard children. She explains how she intends to provide a safe environment for children. She is aware of the procedures to follow if she has any concerns about a child in her care.  The childminder understands how to manage children's behaviour positively. She knows

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The provision meets requirements

the importance of providing daily opportunities for children to enjoy fresh air and exercise. She plans to help children to understand how to stay safe and healthy through activities, such as planting vegetables and cooking.  The childminder recognises the importance of working in partnership with parents, other providers and professionals to meet children's individual needs.  The childminder understands the need to monitor the service that she and her co- childminder provide. They work closely together and regularly review the policies and procedures that they both follow.

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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 undertake observations, assessments and planning.  The inspector observed areas of the home used when caring for children. She also discussed with the childminder the toys, resources and equipment that she intends to use.  The inspector looked at policies and documents the childminder intends to use when caring for children.  The inspector looked at documents relating to evidence of suitability checks for other adults living and working on the premises. She also discussed self-evaluation and plans for improvement with the childminder.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY482503 Local authority Essex Inspection number 1001667 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 in Waltham Abbey. She works alongside her daughter who is also a registered childminder. The childminder operates all year round from 7.30am to 6.30pm, 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

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