Childminder in Buckinghamshire

Inspection date 29 November 2018 Previous inspection date 19 March 2015

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands her responsibility to safeguard children. She is aware of the possible signs of abuse and knows the procedures to follow if she has concerns about the welfare of a child. n The childminder is committed to her professional development. She demonstrates how she regularly uses information to update her policies, procedures and teaching practices. n The childminder knows how to assess and track children's development and plan next steps in their learning to challenge children to make further progress. n The childminder understands the importance of encouraging children to learn about healthy lifestyles. For example, she talks about how they use her garden and local parks for physical play. n The childminder understands the importance of effective partnerships with parents and with other settings children attend. She knows this helps to provide a consistent approach to children's learning and development.

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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 premises. n The inspector discussed with the childminder her knowledge and understanding of the requirements of the early years foundation stage. n The inspector discussed with the childminder her understanding of the safeguarding procedures and viewed the safeguarding policy. n The inspector checked the suitability of all relevant members of the household.

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This provision meets requirements

n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she assesses and tracks the progress children make.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY137213 Local authority Buckinghamshire Inspection number 10070076 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 4 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection 19 March 2015

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The childminder registered in 2002. She lives in the village of Pitstone, in North Buckinghamshire. The childminder operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She holds an appropriate 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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