Childminder in North Yorkshire

Inspection date 29 November 2018 Previous inspection date 7 August 2013

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a clear understanding of safeguarding and wider child protection procedures. She demonstrates a secure knowledge of how to report any concerns about a child's welfare. She understands the importance of minimising hazards to keep children safe. n The childminder recognises how to develop close and caring relationships with children to nurture their confidence and emotional well-being. She explains how to manage children's behaviour through helping them learn to treat others with kindness and respect and value their differences. n The childminder understands the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage. She explains how she will plan activities that are based on children's interests and individual needs. She understands how to help prepare them for their future learning. n The childminder discusses how she plans to promote healthy lifestyles with the children

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This provision meets requirements

through food choices and opportunities for physical activities. n The childminder understands the importance of working with parents and other professionals to share information about children's learning and care to meet their individual needs. She explains how she will evaluate her service and continually improve her practice.

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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 had a tour of the areas of the premises used by children and discussed the equipment and resources available. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about her knowledge and understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The inspector viewed relevant policies and procedures, including evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household.

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This provision meets requirements

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 how the childminder plans to evaluate her practice and work in partnership with parents.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 401486 Local authority North Yorkshire Inspection number 10083597 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 5 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 7 August 2013

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The childminder registered in 2001. She lives in Harrogate, North Yorkshire. She operates all year round from 8am 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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