Childminder EY455612

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 5 June 2017 29 May 2013

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder understands how children learn through play and exploration. She knows how to use her observations and assessments to plan for the next steps in children's development, including outdoors.  The childminder recognises the importance of teaching children literacy and numeracy skills, and promoting their independence and confidence in preparation to start school.  The childminder has procedures to follow to help her get to know children before they attend. She knows how to work with parents, and how to gather and share information to meet children's individual care needs and promote inclusion.  The childminder understands how to monitor the progress children make in all areas of learning and to work in partnerships with other professionals. She is aware of how to access support for children to close gaps in their learning and make good progress.  The childminder is able to evaluate, make improvements and develop her skills to work

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The provision meets requirements

with children. She has an up-to-date knowledge of how to protect children from harm and keep them safe.

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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 intends to use when caring for children.  The inspector toured 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 EY455612 Local authority North Yorkshire Inspection number 1077997 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2012. She lives close to the village of East Harlsey, near Northallerton, North Yorkshire. The childminder provides care all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder uses an assistant on rare occasions. There were no children on roll at the time of the inspection.

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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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