Childminder EY373876

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 8 March 2017 6 September 2016

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has taken appropriate steps to make the improvements identified at the last inspection. He has developed his knowledge of the learning and development requirements. He is now able to effectively promote children’s learning through planning and assessment. Consequently, he is in a positive position to support children’s progress in all areas of learning and development.  Children’s care and learning is well promoted because there are very positive relationships between the childminder and his assistant. They complement each other’s skills which leads to a well organised setting and helps children feel settled and comfortable. The provider and his assistant are committed to professional development in order to continue to provide good quality care and learning.  The childminder and his assistant have a good knowledge of safeguarding procedures. They understand and are able to implement their safeguarding policy, and keep up to

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The provision meets requirements

date with any changes to guidance. This means the appropriate action can be taken to protect children in the event of a child protection concern.  The childminder works closely with parents to ensure that children are settled well in his care. He obtains all the relevant information from parents to provide care based on the individual needs of all children. He provides a safe and secure environment in which children can play and explore.  Appropriate arrangements are in place to manage children’s behaviour according to their individual needs. Children are taught how to manage their own behaviours effectively. Parents are kept informed and involved in supporting their child when necessary.

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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 the improvements that he has made since the last inspection.  The inspector discussed the arrangements in place for the care of children overnight, should the childminder decide to offer this service.  The inspector looked at a range of documents, policies and procedures that are in place for childminding.  The inspector undertook a tour of the parts of the premises that will be used by childminded children.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and adults living or working on the premises.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY373876 Local authority Sandwell Inspection number 1078545 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 6 September 2016

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2008 on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. He lives in a house in the Wednesbury area of Sandwell. The childminder works with an assistant. There were no children in the early years age range present at this inspection. The childminder is also registered as an independent school.

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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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