Childminder EY422797

Inspection date 30 November 2018 Previous inspection date 12 December 2014

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has an effective knowledge of the learning and development requirements. She is able to demonstrate how she intends to provide learning opportunities for children to support them to develop new skills. n The childminder understands the importance of working closely with parents to understand children's individual needs. She plans to communicate regularly with parents to provide a consistency of care and follow routines from home. n The childminder has a good understanding of child protection and safeguarding practice. She understands the appropriate authorities she must inform if she is concerned about a child's welfare. She understands how to keep the environment safe. n The childminder has made links with other professionals. She understands the importance of sharing information with parents and teachers as children prepare to leave for school. n The childminder appreciates the importance of attending training and keeps herself

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informed about any changes or developments. She liaises with others to share good practice. n The childminder intends to actively seek the views of others as she evaluates her practice. This plans to identify areas which could be developed and drive further improvement.

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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 home that would be used for childminding purposes. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children. n The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder. n The inspector checked essential documentation, including a sample of policies and procedures.

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This provision meets requirements

n The inspector spoke with the childminder about her arrangements for self-evaluation, improvement and future training.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY422797 Local authority Bury Inspection number 10069165 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 - 5 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 12 December 2014

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The childminder registered in 2011. The childminder operates from 9am to 3pm, on weekdays, term time only. The childminder holds an appropriate early years 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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