Childminder, Out-of school day care in Essex

Inspection date 20 August 2018 Previous inspection date 27 February 2018

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This inspection: Met

Previous inspection: Not met (with actions)

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has addressed the actions raised at her last inspection. She has obtained an appropriate first-aid qualification. n The childminder understands her responsibilities to safeguard children. She is aware of the process to follow if she has a concern over a child's welfare. She recognises the signs that may indicate a child is at risk of harm. n The childminder understands the importance of keeping herself up to date in order to meet the requirements. She talks with other providers to share good practice. n The childminder understands the importance of carrying out risk assessments to ensure the premises are safe and suitable. n The childminder knows how to support children's awareness of healthy lifestyles, for example, through healthy diets, regular exercise and following hygiene procedures.

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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 viewed the areas of the childminder's home that are used for childminding. n The inspector spoke with the childminder throughout the inspection. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she plans to meet the requirements of the early years foundation stage. n The inspector checked a range of documentation, including the suitability checks of adults living on the premises, training certificates and policies.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY447263 Local authority Essex Inspection number 10059864 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 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 27 February 2018

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The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in Colchester, Essex. She operates Monday to Friday, from 3pm to 6pm, during school term time.

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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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