Childminder in Sheffield

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 6 June 2018 Not applicable

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder ensures that she keeps herself up to date with current practice. For example, she has recently accessed online training to develop her knowledge about observing children effectively to assess and monitor their development accurately.  The childminder demonstrates a secure knowledge about safeguarding. She is able to identify signs that may indicate a child is at risk and the procedures to follow to ensure their welfare and safety.  The childminder ensures that the learning environment for children is safe and suitable. She has an appropriate range of resources and play materials available. Resources are organised so that children can select things for themselves easily. She understands the importance of self-evaluation to make continuous improvement.  The childminder understands the importance of healthy lifestyles. She discusses how she will help children develop good personal hygiene procedures, such as washing

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The provision meets requirements

hands, and states that she will provide outdoor learning daily. She knows how to encourage children's good behaviour.

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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 and the childminder looked at the areas and resources available for children's use.  The inspector discussed with the childminder her understanding of the requirements of the early years foundation stage and of other government requirements, and how she intends to meet these when children attend in the future.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children, and undertake observation, assessment and planning.  The inspector discussed and reviewed the policies and procedures that the childminder will use when caring for children, including the child protection policy.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY499146 Local authority Sheffield Inspection number 1052985 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 Sheffield. She operates all year from 7am to 7pm, Monday to Saturday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate early years qualification at level 3. She works with an assistant.

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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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