Childminder EY316004

Inspection date 21 August 2018 Previous inspection date 18 February 2016

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder explains the importance of building effective partnerships with parents to understand children's starting points. She explains how she works with parents to provide consistency for children in their learning. n The childminder values self-evaluation to improve her practice. She regularly attends training course and liaises with the local authority to keep her skills up to date. n The childminder has a good understanding of safeguarding and has appropriate policies in place. She is able to recognise signs of potential abuse and knows how to escalate concerns. n The childminder provides a safe environment, with resources to engage young children. She understands the importance of play to build children's confidence and develop social skills. n The childminder has a secure knowledge of the early years foundation stage. She knows how to assess children's development and plan appropriate next steps to help

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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 her knowledge of the early years foundation stage. n The inspector looked at the documents the childminder has in place, including policies and procedures, training certificates and observation records. n The inspector looked around the premises, to check the suitability of the resources and the environment.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY316004 Local authority Havering Inspection number 10063484 Type of provision Childminder

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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 18 February 2016

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The childminder registered in 2006. She lives in Upminster, Essex in the London Borough of Havering. The setting is open each weekday, all year round, including before and after school.

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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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