Childminder EY486876

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 5 July 2017 Not applicable

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has a secure knowledge of the signs of possible abuse of children's welfare and how to report these to the relevant authorities. She understands her responsibility to safeguard children and explains how she plans to minimise risks when caring for them, as well as how to promote their good health and hygiene.  The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of how she intends to teach children to manage their behaviour and learn self-care skills as part of developing their readiness for school. She describes how she plans to work with parents and other professionals to help promote continuity for children's care and learning.  The childminder explains how she intends to use observations and assessments of children's learning, as well as their interests, to provide challenging activities that promote their individual progress towards the early learning goals.  The childminder explains why it is important to reflect on her practice and decide where

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The provision meets requirements

any improvements can be made, including by identifying any professional development needs to help build on her skills and knowledge.

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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 observations, assessments and planning.  The inspector discussed the policies and procedures with the childminder and examined documentation she will use when caring for children.  The inspector viewed areas of the premises to be used by children and discussed the toys and equipment available.  The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder and examined evidence of checks on the suitability of the members of the household.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY486876 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 1005929 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 2015 and lives in the Bacup area of Rossendale, Lancashire. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except 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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