Childminder EY250224

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 8 December 2016 1 July 2013

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has a robust understanding of how to promote children's safety and welfare. She carries out daily risk assessments of the premises and knows what to do should she be worried a child is being abused.  The childminder provides a welcoming environment and understands how to ensure that children are appropriately supervised in her care. She knows to notify Ofsted of any significant changes.  The childminder works closely with parents and liaises with teachers and other professionals, helping to promote a consistent approach to children's individual care and learning.  The childminder understands her role in promoting the learning and development of young children. She describes how she intends to observe children's play and assess their progress, which she intends to use to inform the planning of what children need to learn next. She plans to provide activities that offer each child interest and challenge

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The provision meets requirements

and that complement their learning elsewhere.  The childminder understands the importance of promoting young children's physical and emotional well-being. She describes how she intends to support children's confidence, independence and self-care skills, helping them to be prepared for future learning and their move on to school.  The childminder completes ongoing training to update her skills and knowledge. She regularly seeks the views of parents and children and uses this information to set priorities for improvement.

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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 had a tour of the premises and viewed all areas that are used when caring for children.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to support children's play and learning.  The inspector looked at policies, procedures and a range of other documents the childminder will use when caring for children.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of the childminder. She talked with the childminder about her self-evaluation and plans for improvement.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY250224 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 1064392 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 5 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 9

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2003 and lives in Hambleton, Lancashire. She operates during term time only, from 7.30am to 8.50am and 3.15pm to 6pm, Monday to Thursday and 7.30am to 8.50am on Friday. The childminder holds a relevant 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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