Childminder in Bath and North East Somerset

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 18 April 2018 Not applicable

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has knowledge of the legal requirements relating to her provision and has a range of policies and procedures in place to support her practice. She understands how to use self-evaluation to help identify areas for improvement.  The childminder is aware of her responsibility to protect children's welfare. She understands safeguarding procedures and has gained knowledge of child protection through training.  The childminder understands how she can support children to behave well, such as helping them learn to be thoughtful towards others and share the resources and toys.  The childminder knows the importance of assessing children's progress. She understands how to plan activities that challenge children and prepare them for school.  The childminder knows the importance of developing positive partnerships with parents and other professionals to ensure a consistent approach to children's care and learning.

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder understands how to encourage a healthy lifestyle and children's physical development, such as through regular opportunities to play in her garden.

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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 premises and viewed all areas that are used when caring for children.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she plans to deliver the educational programmes for children.  The inspector looked at policies and some other documents the childminder has prepared to use when caring for children.  The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's suitability and qualifications, and discussed her arrangements for self-evaluation and improvements.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY497158 Local authority Bath & NE Somerset Inspection number 1039739 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 2016 and lives in Keynsham, near Bristol. She operates from 7am to 9am and 3pm to 7pm on Monday, Thursday and Friday during school term time. She operates from 7am to 6pm on the same days during the school holidays, except for bank holidays and family holidays. Additionally, the childminder provides care during the weekend on request.

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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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