Childminder in Luton

Inspection date 14 November 2018 Previous inspection date 24 February 2015

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a good understanding of how to engage children so they enjoy learning. She knows how to monitor their achievements and track their progress. The childminder describes how she will plan activities and first-hand experiences to promote their progress. n The childminder has a good understanding of the importance of working in partnership with parents. She explains how she will share information so they are kept up to date with their children's learning and development. n The childminder understands her responsibility to safeguard children and ensure a safe environment. She is aware of the signs that may indicate a child's welfare is at risk and the procedure to follow should she have a concern. n The childminder understands the importance of promoting healthy lifestyles, for example, by encouraging children to be active, eat well and follow good hygiene routines. n The childminder understands how to evaluate her provision and identify where to make

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improvements. She keeps up to date through online training and through her links with other childminders.

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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 discussed with the childminder how she intends to meet children's individual learning and development needs to support their progress. n The inspector discussed the policies and procedures with the childminder and viewed documentation that she intends to use when caring for children. n The inspector viewed the premises available for children's use and discussed the

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equipment and toys available. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder. n The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of household members and checked evidence relating to the childminder's qualifications.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 155806 Local authority Luton Inspection number 10071023 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory 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 24 February 2015

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The childminder registered in 1998 and lives in Luton. She operates all year round from 8am until 5pm, Monday to Friday, except for 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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