Childminder EY361883

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 13 February 2017 1 December 2015

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has met the actions set at the last inspection. She has completed the required first-aid training and she has developed policies and procedures to be followed for the protection of children and in regard to written complaints made by parents. This has resulted in improved systems to safeguard children.  Since the last inspection, the childminder has attended training to update her knowledge and skills. She has reviewed how she can use observations and assessments of children to enable her to complete the required progress check for children between the ages of two and three years. This demonstrates the childminder's capacity to improve.  The childminder demonstrates, through discussion and her policies, that she has a sound understanding of her role and responsibility to safeguard children. She is aware of the signs and symptoms that may cause her concern, changes in legislation and the

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The provision meets requirements

local procedures to follow if she has any concerns about a child's welfare.  The childminder provides an inclusive environment. She explains how she will work in partnership with parents and pre-schools to find out children's starting points and support their ongoing care and learning. She recognises the importance of supporting children to develop key skills in readiness for school.  The family home is warm and welcoming. There is a selection of toys and play materials to enable children to select resources and take decisions in their play. The childminder understands how to positively promote children's behaviour so that they learn to share toys and respect one another.  The childminder understands how to promote children's well-being. She explains how she supports healthy eating, good personal hygiene and provides opportunities for children to play outside and be physically active.  The childminder recognises the importance of continuing to review her childminding

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The provision meets requirements

provision to help improve the service she provides for children and their families.

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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 viewed evidence of the suitability and qualifications of the childminder, her policies and procedures and documents the childminder will use when caring for children.  The inspector had a tour of the areas of the premises used by children and discussed the equipment and toys available.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she monitors her provision.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY361883 Local authority Norfolk Inspection number 1034119 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 1 December 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2007 and lives on the outskirts of Norwich, Norfolk. She offers a childminding service all year round from 8am 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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