Childminder EY535603

Inspection date 22 November 2018 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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n The childminder keeps up to date with any changes in safeguarding that may affect her work. She completes relevant training courses and maintains professional communication with local authority representatives. The childminder knows how to report any concerns she may have about children's welfare. n Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates how she intends to use the documents she has in place to help her assess and track children's progress. She understands how to swiftly identify children's starting points to help plan for their ongoing learning and developmental needs. n The childminder continues to reflect on information she receives from network meetings and training courses. This assists her to plan future improvements to help enhance the quality of care and education she intends to provide. n The childminder recognises the importance of working in partnership with parents and other settings that children may attend. She knows how to help promote children's

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continued progress in readiness for school. n Since completing recent modifications to her home, the childminder continues to adapt the risk assessments and daily checks she makes in her home. This helps to ensure it is a safe environment for children to play and learn in.

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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 checked the evidence of the suitability of the childminder and other household members. n The inspector looked at examples of plans the childminder has previously used and discussed the impact different activities have on children's learning. n The inspector looked at the policies and documents the childminder plans to use when caring for children. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding procedures the childminder has previously

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followed and intends to use in her setting. n The inspector discussed self-evaluation with the childminder and looked at evidence of continued professional development.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY535603 Local authority Central Bedfordshire Inspection number 10067420 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 - 0 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Leighton Buzzard. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for family holidays. The childminder holds a relevant foundation degree.

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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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