Childminder in Essex

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 3 July 2017 7 May 2015

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of how to protect children from harm. She has attended up-to-date training and is aware of the procedures to follow if she has a concern about the welfare of a child.  The childminder shows a commitment to continuously developing her service. She attends regular training and local network meetings to learn about new practices and changes in regulation. She understands the importance of implementing these changes within her service for children and their families.  The childminder demonstrates a confident knowledge of how to provide a balanced programme of adult-led and child-initiated play, both indoors and outdoors. She understands the importance of supporting children's learning according to their preferences and interests.  The childminder understands how to support children through transitions to their next place of learning. She demonstrates her knowledge of making close liaisons with other

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The provision meets requirements

settings and schools to help children make the move with confidence, reassurance and independence.  The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of how to work effectively with parents to provide a consistent and continuous approach to children's learning and care.

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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 looked at the childminder's documentation, policies and procedures.  The inspector looked at the areas of the house that the childminder intends to use for childminding.  The inspector took into consideration the childminder's self-evaluation.  The inspector saw evidence of the ongoing suitability of the childminder and members of her household.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 202720 Local authority Essex Inspection number 1089880 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 1998 and lives in Buckhurst Hill, Essex. The childminder operates term-time only from 7am to 6pm Monday to Friday, except for family holidays and bank 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

procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children’s services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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