Childminder EY489346

Inspection date 16 October 2018 Previous inspection date 19 October 2017

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This inspection: Met

Previous inspection: Requires improvement

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands her responsibilities to keep children safe. She has taken effective steps to address the action raised at her last inspection and now holds a current paediatric first-aid qualification. The childminder knows how to identify signs that may indicate a child is at risk of harm. She is aware of the procedures she must follow to report any concerns about a children's welfare. n The childminder recognises how to develop close partnership working with parents. She has plans in place to share ongoing information with parents about their children's progress. n The childminder has a good knowledge of how children learn. She understands how to provide children with activities linked to their interests. The childminder explains how she intends to review children's progress regularly to enable her to plan appropriate experiences to encourage their continuing development. n The childminder recognises the importance of helping children to develop their self-

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This provision meets requirements

care and independence skills. She understands how this helps them to be ready for school. n The childminder understands how to support children's healthy development, such as providing nutritious snacks and daily opportunities for fresh air and physical exercise.

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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 had discussions with the childminder relating to her knowledge and understanding of the requirements for safeguarding and welfare, and learning and development. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and discussed the childminder's policies and procedures. n The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of the childminder and the suitability of persons living in the household.

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This provision meets requirements

n The inspector viewed all areas of the premises that the childminder will use when minding children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY489346 Local authority Norfolk Inspection number 10077403 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 5 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection 19 October 2017

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The childminder registered in 2015 and lives in Diss. She operates Monday to Friday all year round from 7am to 6.30pm, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate 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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