Childminder in Lancashire

Inspection date 23 November 2018 Previous inspection date 2 May 2014

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This provision meets requirements

n Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates a robust understanding of her role in protecting children from harm. She is able to identify possible signs and symptoms of abuse and knows how to refer any concerns she may have about children's welfare. n The childminder has a strong understanding of how children learn. She confidently describes how she will support children to make progress in their development. She will use observations and assessments to help her to plan challenging activities that address children's identified next steps in learning. n The childminder understands how to promote children's emotional well-being. She shows an awareness of the importance of helping children to feel safe and secure. She explains how she will manage children's behaviour and help them to understand right from wrong. n The childminder is passionate about her professional development. She values the importance of regular training and describes how she carries out her own research and

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shares practice ideas with other early years professionals. Parents' and children's views are sought to help identify her strengths and any areas for improvement. n The childminder recognises the importance of working with parents and other providers to help ensure children's learning is complemented. She describes how she intends to share information with parents to enable them to support their child's learning at home.

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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 viewed all areas of the setting that will be used for childminding. n The inspector spoke to the childminder about how she intends to deliver the learning and development requirements for children. n The inspector spoke to the childminder about how she intends to meet the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The inspector and childminder reviewed and discussed her self-evaluation, looked at

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the evidence of the suitability of adults living in the household and her policies and procedures. n The inspector saw a variety of toys, resources and equipment available to meet the needs of children of all ages.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY467844 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 10083086 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 0 - 0 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 2 May 2014

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Registers

The childminder was registered in 2013 and lives in the Clifton area of Preston, Lancashire. The childminder operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides overnight care. The childminder holds a relevant 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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