Childminder EY475563

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 3 July 2017 Not applicable

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder knows how to observe and assess children's learning to plan activities that they enjoy, provide suitable challenge and encourage their continuing development.  The childminder demonstrates that she has a good understanding of how to protect children in her care. She is aware of the signs and symptoms of abuse and is confident to report concerns in line with the Local Safeguarding Children Board guidelines.  The childminder talks about effective methods for engaging parents and encouraging them to share what they know about their child. She recognises the importance of finding out about children's care routines when they start attending. She explains the sound practices she plans to adopt to keep parents informed of children's achievements.  The childminder understands the importance of promoting the health and safety of the children in her care. She knows how to carry out risk assessments to promote their

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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 checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder.  The inspector looked at the rooms the childminder intends to use for childminding.  The inspector looked at and discussed a selection of policies and records the childminder intends to use when caring for children.  The inspector spoke with the childminder about how she intends to meet the requirements of the early years foundation stage.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY475563 Local authority Thurrock Inspection number 1078510 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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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Chafford Hundred. She operates her provision all year round from 7am to 7pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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