Childminder EY483923

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 19 July 2017 Not applicable

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The provision does not meet requirements

 Although the childminder has registered to attend appropriate first-aid training soon, she has not maintained a current paediatric first-aid qualification, following the recent expiry of her existing certificate on 16 July 2017, to ensure she is able to act appropriately to treat children in the event of an accident or emergency.  The childminder has a good understanding of the learning and development requirements. She knows how to plan exciting and stimulating activities that help to ensure children make good progress and are prepared for school.  The childminder understands her responsibility to safeguard children. She can identify signs which would give her cause for concern about a child's welfare and knows how to refer any concerns to the relevant authorities.  The childminder knows how to promote children's health and well-being. She understands the benefits of a healthy lifestyle and the importance of providing

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The provision does not meet requirements

nutritious food and regular opportunities for physical activity outdoors.  The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents, other settings and other professionals to provide consistency in children's learning.

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The provision does not meet 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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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the early years foundation stage and the Childcare Register the provider must:

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Due Date

 obtain and maintain a relevant first-aid qualification that includes paediatric first-aid training for babies and younger children. 01/10/2017

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Inspection activities

 The inspector had a tour of the premises and checked all areas of the home used when the childminder cares for children. The inspector viewed the toys, resources and equipment.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to assess any risk to children, and her methods for evaluating her provision.  The inspector viewed and discussed a selection of the childminder's documents, including evidence of her suitability.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder about her knowledge of the early years foundation stage, including how she intends to assess children's abilities and plan for their progress.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY483923 Local authority Sefton Inspection number 1007791 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 2

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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 Southport. She operates during term time only from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday.

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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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