Childminder EY430981

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 27 January 2017 11 April 2016

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has completed the required action identified at her previous inspection. She now holds suitable public liability insurance.  The qualified childminder knows what to do if she has concerns that a child is at risk of abuse or neglect. She has completed training to support her to be able to do this.  The childminder demonstrates that she understands how to promote children's learning by providing challenging play-based activities to help them make progress. She has suitable toys ready for when she cares for children.  The childminder recognises the importance of regular time outdoors to enable children to get fresh air and exercise. She speaks appropriately about supporting children to learn how to eat healthily.  The childminder recognises the importance of regularly assessing children's development and monitoring their progress. She explains that she intends to use an online system to keep necessary documentation and to record information relating to

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The provision meets requirements

children's learning.  The childminder explains how she intends to help children settle in when they first begin, in order to help them to feel safe and secure in her care. The childminder plans to follow children's home routines to ensure continuity in their care.  The childminder has clear policies in place that she intends to share with parents. She recognises the importance of working closely with parents and sharing information with them regarding all aspects of children's care and learning.  The childminder recognises the importance of helping children to develop their self-care and independence skills, as well as their confidence and ability to concentrate. She understands that this helps children to develop in readiness for school.

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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 observation, assessment and planning.  The inspector discussed the policies and procedures with the childminder and viewed documentation that she will use when caring for children.  The inspector toured the areas of the premises used by children and discussed the equipment and toys available.  The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder and took into consideration the suitability checks.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY430981 Local authority Norfolk Inspection number 1048257 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 11 April 2016

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2011 and lives in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk. She works alongside her husband, who is also a registered childminder. The childminder operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She holds an appropriate 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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