Childminder, Out-of school day care in Cheshire East

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 9 March 2017 7 January 2013

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder demonstrates a secure knowledge of safeguarding issues. She is clear about the procedures to follow should she have concerns about a child. She knows how to complete risk assessments and how to take action to minimise hazards to children.  The childminder understands how to promote healthy lifestyles. She plans to provide children with healthy snacks and promote their physical development through a range of activities outside the home.  The childminder values partnership working with parents and other professionals involved in children's lives. She understands how important this is in helping to meet children's individual needs and in supporting continuity in their learning and development.  The childminder has a suitable understanding of how to deliver an educational programme that meets the requirements of the early years fooundation stage. She knows how to assess children's progress and plan for their future learning.

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder understands the importance of self-evaluation as a means to drive improvement in the quality of her provision. She has addressed recommendations made at her previous inspection and keeps her knowledge and skills up to date.  The childminder knows how to make her home into a safe, secure and welcoming environment, where children have access to a wide range of resources and learning opportunities.

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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 held discussions with the childminder.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of the childminder.  The inspector discussed some of the records and procedures the childminder intends to use when caring for children.  The inspector checked the suitability of the rooms and outdoor play area to be used for childminding.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY450621 Local authority Cheshire East Inspection number 1066122 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 5 - 14 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 7 January 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2012. She lives in Sandbach, Cheshire. The childminder operates her provision all year round from 7am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an early years 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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