Childminder in Sheffield

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 13 October 2017 23 May 2016

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This inspection: Met

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has developed her knowledge of how to assess, plan and promote children's learning. The childminder is aware of monitoring children's progress and completing the progress check for children aged between two and three years.  The childminder recognises the importance of working in partnership with parents and other professionals and sharing information about children's care and learning.  The childminder understands how to promote children's emotional and physical well- being. She understands the importance of providing children with regular access to the outdoors. She knows how to promote positive behaviour and understands the importance of helping children to be kind and tolerant.  The childminder knows how to identify if children are at risk of harm and the reporting procedures to follow.  The childminder continues to develop her understanding and knowledge of children's learning and up-to-date practice. She attends training to update her knowledge and

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The provision meets requirements

skills. She understands the importance of evaluating her provision.

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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 learning experiences for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning.  The inspector viewed a range of documents, including policies and evidence of the suitability of the childminder to work with children.  The inspector observed areas to be used for the care of children.  The inspector discussed the childminder's methods of self-evaluation and how she plans to promote improvements to her setting.  The inspector took account of the written views of parents who have previously used the setting

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY445242 Local authority Sheffield Inspection number 1058516 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 2012 and lives in Chapletown, Sheffield. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5pm, 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

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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