Childminder EY537372

Inspection date 4 October 2018 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder describes how he plans to gather information about children's development when they first start at the setting. He explains how he intends to use observations and assessments to plan activities to support children to make progress. n The childminder understands what action to take if he has any concerns about a child's welfare. He has appropriate policies and procedures in place. He maintains a safe and secure environment for children. n The childminder describes how he aims to support children to learn key skills in readiness for school. He talks confidently about how he plans to encourage children to be independent and learn vital social skills. n The childminder discusses the strategies he intends to use to manage children's behaviour. He understands the importance of having a positive approach with children and how this can help to promote their emotional well-being. n The childminder describes how he plans to work in partnership with parents and other

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professionals. For example, he discusses how he intends to complete care plans to ensure children's individual needs are met. n The childminder explains how he intends to reflect on the quality of his service. He plans to use feedback gathered from parents to help him to identify further areas for improvement. n The childminder recognises the importance of offering an inclusive service. He aims to teach children about different cultures and encourage them to respect and value diversity.

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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 and undertake observations, assessments and planning. n The inspector discussed policies and documents that the childminder will use when caring for children and discussed self-evaluation with him. n The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's suitability and the suitability of all

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people living and working on the premises. n The inspector and the childminder had a tour of the premises where childcare is to be provided. The inspector and the childminder discussed toys, resources and equipment that he intends to use.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY537372 Local authority Kirklees Inspection number 10077122 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 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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The childminder registered in 2016. He operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. He works with a registered co- childminder and, occasionally, works with registered assistants.

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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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