Childminder EY333637

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 1 March 2017 8 August 2013

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder demonstrates sufficient knowledge of child protection and how to keep children safe from harm. She clearly describes the signs and symptoms that would make her concerned about a child in her care and she is fully aware of who to report her concerns to.  The childminder understands the importance of forming secure relationships with children to promote their emotional well-being. She describes how she plans to help develop their independence and self-confidence and build on their motivation to learn.  The childminder demonstrates a suitable understanding of the learning and development requirements. She knows how children learn best and explains how she intends to use a range of effective teaching methods to help to support children's all- round development.  The childminder understands the importance of reflecting on her practice and explains how she regularly takes into consideration the views of parents and children to improve

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The provision meets requirements

the service she provides.  The childminder understands the importance of promoting children's physical well-being and healthy lifestyles. She plans to ensure that children access plenty of fresh air and exercise and intends to encourage healthy eating and teach good hygiene practices. She plans to help children to gain the skills they require in readiness for school.  The childminder demonstrates a suitable understanding of how to promote children's safety. The use of risk assessments and safety checks ensure that any potential hazards to children are identified and minimised. Children are kept safe and secure in the childminder's home.  The childminder shows a commitment to developing good relationships with parents to ensure children's individual care, welfare and learning needs are met. She explains how she collects all the required information from parents during settling-in visits.

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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 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 took into consideration the suitability checks.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY333637 Local authority Cumbria Inspection number 1064862 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 6 - 12 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 8 August 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2005 and lives in Carlisle, Cumbria. She operates all year round from 7.15am to 8pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 4.

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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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