Childminder 560007

Inspection date 10 September 2018 Previous inspection date 12 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 knows her responsibility to protect children's safety and welfare. She is aware of the signs of abuse and how to report her concerns. n The childminder describes how she risk assesses her premises and trips out. She is aware of how to identify potential risks and take action to remove or minimise any hazards. n The childminder is aware of how to observe and assess children's progress. She speaks about planning challenging activities that children enjoy, to support their progress. The childminder describes interesting activities that help children develop essential skills, including communication and language. n The childminder understands the importance of partnerships with parents and other settings children attend. She talks about promoting a two-way exchange of information about children's ongoing care and learning needs. n The childminder describes how to support children's independence and help to build

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their confidence. She is aware of how to implement positive behaviour management strategies. n The childminder is aware that regularly reflecting on her practice helps her to identify areas for development to promote future improvement. She has addressed the issues raised at the last inspection.

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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 discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning. n The inspector discussed the policies and procedures with the childminder, and viewed documentation that she will use when caring for children. n The inspector had a tour of the areas of the premises that will be used by children, and

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discussed the equipment and toys available. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder and took into consideration the suitability checks of household members.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 560007 Local authority Essex Inspection number 10059560 Type of provision Childminder

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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 12 February 2018

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The childminder registered in 1990 and lives in Takeley. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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