Childminder 322621

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 7 November 2016 17 June 2015

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This inspection: Met

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has taken appropriate steps to address weaknesses identified at her last inspection. She is clear about the progress she has made to further improve her understanding of teaching, learning and assessment.  The childminder has a suitable knowledge and understanding of how to observe and assess the progress individual children make. She explained how she will use this information to plan a suitable range of activities to support children's learning and development.  The childminder demonstrates a commitment to working in partnership with parents to ensure children's individual care needs and routines are met. She works effectively with school settings to further support children's learning and development.  The childminder demonstrates an appropriate understanding of risk assessments and any action required to minimise hazards to children. This is both within her home and while walking to and from school.

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder uses the available space and play materials appropriately to meet children's individual needs.  The childminder has a good understanding of child protection issues. This includes how to respond appropriately to child protection concerns or allegations of abuse.  The childminder understands how to promote children's good health and general well- being. She explains children will be provided with a choice of healthy snacks. Children will have daily opportunities for fresh air and exercise to help promote their physical development.  The childminder understands how to positively manage children's behaviour.  The childminder has a clear understanding of the records she is required to keep and demonstrates that established systems will be used appropriately.  The childminder is committed to her continuous professional development and attends support meetings with her local authority advisor. She regularly reviews her training

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The provision meets requirements

needs and attends relevant training courses. 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 held discussions with the childminder relating to her knowledge and understanding of the requirements for safeguarding and welfare and learning and development.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she had addressed the actions raised at the last inspection.  The inspector observed the areas of the home used for childminding, including the living room, dining kitchen and the outside area.  The inspector looked at available documents, such as the childminder's insurance, training certificates, children's information records and records of attendance.  The inspector checked evidence of suitability of adults living on the premises.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 322621 Local authority Wigan Inspection number 1051099 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 4 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 17 June 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1989 and lives in the Astley area of Greater Manchester. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder has an early years qualification at level 3.

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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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