Childminder in Bracknell Forest

Childminder report 4 Epping Way, Bracknell, Berkshire RG12 9GZ

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Inspection date 26 September 2018 Previous inspection date 11 March 2016

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder is aware of the procedure to follow to safeguard children. She understands the importance of monitoring attendance and keeping up to date with new legislation. n The childminder has a good understanding of the learning and development requirements. She knows how to assess children's learning to help identify any emerging gaps and plan for their next steps in learning. n The childminder recognises the importance of teaching children how to lead a healthy lifestyle, including the need for regular exercise and following robust hygiene practices. n The childminder evaluates her practice effectively. She seeks the views of parents, children and other professionals to help make positive changes to her provision. n The childminder knows the importance of keeping her knowledge and skills up to date. For example, she reads relevant documentation and shares information with other childminders.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder knows how to work in partnerships with parents and other settings that children attend to help provide continuity of care and learning for children.

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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 home used by children. n Discussions were held with the childminder about practice, how she assesses children's learning and provides suitable activities for them. n The inspector viewed relevant documentation, including the childminder's paediatric first-aid certificate and public liability insurance. n The arrangements for safeguarding children were checked.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 118977 Local authority Bracknell Forest Inspection number 10061685 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 11 March 2016

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The childminder registered in 1987 and lives in Bracknell, Berkshire. She has an early years childcare qualification at level 3.

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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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