Childminder in Norfolk

Inspection date 7 November 2018 Previous inspection date 3 September 2015

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands her responsibilities to keep children safe. She knows how to identify signs that may indicate a child is at risk of harm. She is aware of the procedures that she must follow to report any concerns she has about children's welfare. 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. 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 working closely with parents and sharing information with them regarding all aspects of their children's care and learning. She

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understands the importance of working together with practitioners in other early years settings and schools, to support the learning and care of the children. n The childminder recognises the importance of helping children to develop their self- care and independence skills. She understands how this helps them to be ready for their future learning, including their eventual move on to school.

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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 had discussions with the childminder relating to her knowledge and understanding of the requirements for safeguarding and welfare, and took into consideration the suitability checks. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and discussed the childminder's policies and procedures. n The inspector viewed all areas of the premises used by children and discussed the toys

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and equipment available. n The inspector had discussions with the childminder relating to her knowledge of the learning and development requirements.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 256394 Local authority Norfolk Inspection number 10064970 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 4 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection 3 September 2015

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The childminder registered in 1993 and lives in Hellesdon on the outskirts of Norwich. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, 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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