Childminder 104629

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 1 August 2017 9 December 2014

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder understands her responsibilities to support children's individual needs and interests across all areas of learning. She is aware of how to observe and assess children's development to plan activities that are challenging. She knows how to complete a progress check for children when aged between two and three years.  The childminder recognises the need to work in partnerships with parents and share information with them to provide a consistent approach to learning.  The childminder is aware of how to develop attachments with children to help them settle quickly and feel ready to learn.  The childminder understands how to identify and report any safeguarding concerns she has about children's safety and welfare.  The childminder recognises the importance of evaluating her practice and attending ongoing training that will help her build her knowledge and skills, to support positive

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The provision meets requirements

outcomes for children.  The childminder has a range of resources and activities ready for children that are suitable for children of all ages and stages of learning and development.

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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 held discussions with the childminder about how she intends to support children's progress and development, and meet the safeguarding and welfare requirements.  The inspector sampled a range of documents, including, policies and procedures.  The inspector toured parts of the childminder's home intended for use during childminding.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 104629 Local authority Devon Inspection number 1070059 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 9 December 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1999 and lives in Teignmouth, Devon. She is available to offer care Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 7.30am until 5pm, during term time only.

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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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Telephone number

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