Childminder in Gloucestershire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 20 February 2018 Not applicable

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder knows how to plan activities that take account of different age groups of children. She understands how to use information taken from assessments of children's learning to support their progress.  The childminder understands how to keep children safe. She knows the current legislation relating to wider safeguarding issues and understands how to keep her home free from potential hazards.  The childminder knows how to promote positive behaviour. She understands the importance of teaching children to respect others and use good manners.  The childminder values the importance of working with parents and other settings that children attend. She knows how to incorporate parents' views to evaluate her provision.  The childminder recognises the importance of promoting healthy lifestyles, including supporting children's physical development and offering nutritious meals.  The childminder uses self-evaluation to identify areas for development. She has

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The provision meets requirements

recently moved to new premises and is currently exploring ways to enhance the outdoor garden area for children of all ages.

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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 had a tour of the areas of the home which the childminder intends to use when caring for children.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder to assess her knowledge and understanding of the requirements relating to the early years foundation stage.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder about how she intends to support children's learning and development.  The inspector viewed some of the childminder's documentation, such as suitability checks, training certificates, and relevant policies and procedures.  The inspector asked the childminder questions related to the safeguarding and welfare requirements, including current child protection legislation.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY491898 Local authority Gloucestershire Inspection number 1119085 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. She is located in Dursley, Gloucestershire. The childminder is available to provide care on Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 7am to 9pm all year round, apart from family holidays and public holidays. The childminder is available to provide overnight care with prior arrangement.

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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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