Childminder EY251184

Inspection date 8 November 2018 Previous inspection date 25 November 2017

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This inspection: Met

Previous inspection: Requires improvement

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has met the actions she was set at her previous inspection to comply with identified legal requirements. She has a positive attitude towards ongoing professional development. n The childminder understands how to safeguard children and protect their welfare, including the procedures to follow to report any concerns abut a child. She understands the importance of risk assessing her home. n The childminder has a good knowledge of the learning and development requirements. There are suitable systems to assess children's progress and plan for their next step in learning. The childminder understands how to provide a variety of interesting and challenging activities and experiences for children across all areas of learning. n The childminder values the importance of building close relationships with children to ensure they feel settled within her care. She understands how to manage children's

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behaviour and sets consistent boundaries for them. She is aware of the importance of teaching children to become independent and preparing them well for school. n The childminder understands the importance of sharing information and working in partnership with parents in order to identify and meet children's needs.

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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 will 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 the suitability checks.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY251184 Local authority Nottingham Inspection number 10079546 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 8 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 25 November 2017

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The childminder registered in 2003 and lives in Nottingham. She operates her provision all year round from 7.45am to 6pm, Monday to Friday except bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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