Childminder EY536017

Inspection date 2 August 2018 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder recognises the importance of being a positive role model for children. She has a secure understanding of how to promote positive behaviour. She reminds children to listen to their friends' opinions, to collaborate with others and to share toys. n The childminder knows how to identify and minimise risks to children in her home. She frequently checks and removes any damaged toys. She understands the importance of maintaining safety equipment, such as checking that smoke alarms are working correctly. n The childminder regularly updates her knowledge of how to safeguard children. She understands how to identify signs that indicate a child could be at risk of harm. She knows how to share concerns with external agencies to keep children safe. n Forming secure partnerships with parents is important to the childminder. She understands the need to talk to parents about children's interests. She knows how to

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This provision meets requirements

use the information she gains to plan a broad range of suitable play activities. n The childminder demonstrates a commitment to improving her service. She seeks support from other practitioners and continues to access new learning opportunities.

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This 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. Inspection activities n The inspector looked at areas of the home the childminder uses when she cares for children and the range of resources available to children. n The inspector spoke to the childminder about her safeguarding policy, they discussed the procedures she would follow to keep children safe. n The inspector talked to the childminder about the methods she uses to communicate with parents.

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This provision meets requirements

n The inspector and the childminder discussed the challenges children face and how the childminder supports children through periods of change.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY536017 Local authority Portsmouth Inspection number 10057148 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 6 - 8 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2016. She operates from her home in the Copnor area of Portsmouth. During school term time, she looks after children Monday to Friday from 6.45am until 9am. During after school hours, she works Monday to Wednesday from 3pm until 6pm. During school holidays, she looks after children Monday to Friday from 10.30am until 3.30pm.

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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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