Childminder in Milton Keynes

Inspection date 11 September 2018 Previous inspection date 20 August 2015

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder maintains a safe environment for children to play and learn. There is a wide range of toys and equipment on offer and a particularly well-designed garden. n The childminder has maintained his knowledge of how to administer first aid through attending regular training. He shows his awareness of how to respond to any concerns about children's welfare and has contact details for the Local Safeguarding Children Board readily available. n The childminder demonstrates, through discussions, how he intends to plan activities to support children's learning. He is able to explain how he uses documentation to review children's progress. n The childminder explains how he intends to help children to settle into his care. He demonstrates, through discussion, that he is aware of how to support children's good behaviour. n The childminder fully understands about the benefits of exercise and physical activities.

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He discusses how he intends to boost children's learning about healthy eating through regular trips to his allotment.

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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 he intends to deliver the educational programmes for children. n The inspector looked at policies and documents the childminder plans to use when caring for children. n The inspector discussed self-evaluation with the childminder and plans for improvement. n The inspector confirmed there was evidence of the suitability of the childminder, co-

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This provision meets requirements

childminder and household members by looking at the Disclosure and Barring Service checks.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 141419 Local authority Milton Keynes Inspection number 10064826 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 - 0 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 20 August 2015

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The childminder registered in 1997 and lives in Furzton, Milton Keynes. He works with another registered childminder and offers care Monday to Friday from 2pm until 7pm, all year round.

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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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