Childminder EY501076

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 30 May 2018 Not applicable

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder understands her responsibility to protect the welfare of children. She is aware of the indicators of abuse and knows how to report concerns. She keeps up to date with changes to legislation and strives for continuous improvement.  The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of the importance of helping children develop the key skills needed for the next stage in their learning, such as starting nursery or school. She is aware of the benefits of using observation and assessment of children's learning in order to plan for their continuing progress.  The childminder demonstrates a good awareness of the importance of engaging with parents. She understands the benefits of identifying children's starting points and encouraging parents to continue to share what they know about their child.  The childminder understands how to promote children's emotional well-being and enjoyment of being in her care. She demonstrates that she is able to manage children's

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The provision meets requirements

behaviour well to help them learn to share, take turns and play harmoniously together. She recognises the importance of helping children to learn about the wider world.

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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 spoke with the childminder about the service that she provides.  The inspector checked the suitability of the rooms used for childminding.  The inspector looked at written documentation and a selection of policies.  The inspector checked evidence of the qualifications of the childminder and the suitability of household members.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY501076 Local authority Norfolk Inspection number 1053472 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 12 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 works from the home of her co-childminder. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder has a relevant early years qualification at level 3. The childminder works with her co-childminder and assistants.

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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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