Childminder EY435611

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 16 February 2017 25 March 2013

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder understands the safeguarding and welfare requirements. She knows the procedures to follow should she have any child protection concerns. She has recently refreshed her knowledge of child protection through training.  The childminder knows how to monitor and assess children's learning and development. She understands how to plan experiences to meet children's individual needs. She knows how to help children make progress and gain the skills required for starting school.  The childminder knows how to support children's good health and to teach them how to keep themselves safe. She knows how to encourage a healthy lifestyle and support children's physical development.  The childminder knows strategies to teach children how to manage their feelings, to encourage good behaviour and to develop their social skills.  The childminder knows how to work in partnership with external agencies and other

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The provision meets requirements

early years providers to help ensure consistency in children's development.  The childminder has a suitable range of resources to support learning for all ages, indoors and outdoors.  The childminder is aware of the importance of developing positive relationships with parents. She understands the need to talk to them about their children's progress.  The childminder has considered how she will monitor her practice and identify areas for improvement. She understands the importance of effective self-evaluation in improving outcomes for children.

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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 the childminder's knowledge of how to monitor children's development and plan for their progress.  The inspector discussed how the childminder supports children's safety, and her understanding of safeguarding procedures.  The inspector viewed the childminder's resources and areas of the property available for childminding.  The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's suitability and qualifications, and discussed with her about her arrangements for self-evaluation and making improvements.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY435611 Local authority Derbyshire Inspection number 1065755 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 12 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 25 March 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2011 and lives in West Hallam, Derbyshire. The childminder offers care from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, term time only.

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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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