Childminder EY439483

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 12 December 2016 4 August 2015

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This inspection: Met

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder demonstrates through discussion that she has a good understanding of safeguarding procedures. She can recognise the signs and symptoms of possible abuse and knows what to do should she have concerns regarding a child's welfare. The childminder has attended recent training in safeguarding and this has helped her keep up to date with current legislation.  The childminder holds a first-aid qualification and is able to demonstrate her knowledge of how to provide medical attention in the event of an accident.  The childminder knows how to carry out ongoing observations and assessments to support children's development and to plan activities to help them progress in all areas of learning. She demonstrates a secure knowledge of how children learn.  The childminder demonstrates she understands how to positively manage children's behaviour. She knows how to help children build relationships, encouraging them to

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The provision meets requirements

consider the needs of others and to share and take turns. In addition, she identifies the importance of building secure relationships with children to support their emotional well-being.  The childminder knows how to risk assess her premises to keep children safe and secure. She has a range of equipment appropriate for children's use. In addition, she knows how to minimise any risks in the home and on outings.  The childminder understands the importance of providing children with regular experiences outdoors, daily exercise, healthy snacks and meals to promote healthy lifestyles.  The childminder knows the importance of establishing partnerships with parents and other professionals to have a shared approach to meeting children's learning and care needs.  The childminder is well motivated and continues to enhance her professional development to further improve her knowledge and skills. The childminder shares ideas

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The provision meets requirements

and good practice with other early years professionals and has links with the local school that the children attend. 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 areas of the home used for childminding.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder about the learning and development and safeguarding and welfare requirements.  The inspector and the childminder discussed and looked at toys, books, resources and equipment that she intends to use in the indoor and outdoor areas.  The inspector sampled relevant documentation, including insurance and training certificates.  The inspector checked evidence of suitability of the childminder.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY439483 Local authority Nottingham City Inspection number 1058502 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 4

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 4 August 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2012 and lives in St Ann's, Nottingham. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 8.30pm, 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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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