Childminder in Oldham

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 21 February 2017 26 January 2016

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This inspection: Met

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has a good knowledge of the early years foundation stage. She understands her role in supporting children's learning and development, keeping them safe and promoting their personal development, behaviour and welfare.  The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of keeping children safe. She has a secure knowledge of safeguarding procedures and knows what to do and who to contact in the event of a concern. She assesses risks which may arise in her home and on outings. She holds public liability insurance and a current paediatric first-aid certificate.  The childminder has systems for assessing and monitoring children's individual learning. She explains how she intends to plan purposeful activities and experiences based on children's interests and capabilities. The childminder effectively demonstrates how she intends to prepare children to be ready for school.  The childminder recognises the value of developing close partnerships with children's

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The provision meets requirements

parents, other agencies and other early years provisions children attend to promote a collaborative approach to children's care and learning.  The childminder has created a warm, homely environment and recognises the importance of ensuring children feel secure while in her care. She explains how she plans to use information gathered from parents to provide appropriate support for children when they first start in her care.  The childminder has a good range of play materials and resources. This covers all areas of learning for children of different ages.  The childminder has a good understanding of the importance of promoting a healthy lifestyle, including providing healthy home-cooked meals and snacks, and keeping children's bodies hydrated. In addition, she explains the importance of children accessing fresh air on a daily basis and having opportunities to be physically active.  The childminder demonstrates a suitable knowledge of how to help children recognise

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The provision meets requirements

and value the similarities and differences between themselves, within their community and the wider world.  The childminder understands the importance of self-evaluation and involving parents and children in driving her provision forward. 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 had a tour of 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 evidence of the suitability of the childminder and other household members.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 504979 Local authority Oldham Inspection number 1058168 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 6 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 26 January 2016

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1992 and lives in Oldham, Lancashire. She currently offers before- and after-school care, between the hours of 7am to 9am and 3.30pm to 6pm, Monday to Friday.

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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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