Childminder EY500178

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 11 June 2018 Not applicable

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder knows how to complete observations and assessments. She provides a wide range of toys and resources to engage children of all ages. The childminder is able to give relevant examples of age-appropriate activities she plans to provide for children.  The childminder understands the importance of providing children with healthy food and daily outdoor play. She knows how to help them to feel emotionally secure.  The childminder is motivated and maintains her professional development to improve her knowledge. She evaluates her practice and works effectively in partnership with other early years professionals to share ideas and good practice.  The childminder recognises the importance of working in partnership with parents to provide continuity in children's learning and care. She knows how to guide them in supporting their children's learning at home. The childminder knows the importance of

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The provision meets requirements

exchanging regular information about children's progress and changing needs.  The childminder knows how to identify and report a concern about a child's welfare. She carries out risk assessments and has effective policies in place to keep children safe.

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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 provider how she intends to support children's play and learning.  The inspector looked at policies, procedures and documents the provider intends to use when caring for children.  The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's suitability and qualifications, and talked with the provider about her self-evaluation and improvement plans.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY500178 Local authority Solihull Inspection number 1052898 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Age range of children 6 - 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 Shirley, Solihull. She offers care from 6.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year round, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 7.

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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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