Childminder in Essex

Inspection date 5 November 2018 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage. For example, she knows how to assess children's abilities, and address any gaps in their learning to help them progress. n The childminder knows how to plan a wide range of activities to support children's learning and to help prepare them for the next stages in their development. n The childminder is aware of carrying out risk assessments to minimise hazards. She understands her role in teaching children how to manage their own safety. n The childminder has a secure understanding of safeguarding practice. She knows her role to protect children and undertakes training to update her knowledge. n The childminder understands the importance of using a range of effective and consistent strategies to promote children's positive behaviour. n The childminder knows how to seek the views of parents, children and others to

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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 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 plans to use when caring for children. n The inspector toured the areas of the premises used by children and discussed the

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

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY537238 Local authority Essex Inspection number 10067460 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 - 0 Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Benfleet, Essex. She operates all year round from 8am to 5pm, Tuesday to Thursday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds qualified teacher status.

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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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