Childminder EY309410

Inspection date 30 November 2018 Previous inspection date 9 October 2014

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder is clear about her role and responsibility towards safeguarding and child protection. She understands the importance of managing any welfare concerns, including how to report any concerns to the correct agencies. n The childminder holds a current first-aid qualification. She is experienced in completing daily safety checks of the premises to minimise any potential risks or hazards. n The experienced and well-qualified childminder knows how to meet the learning and development requirements. She understands how to use observations and assessments to promote children's learning, evaluate their progress and prepare them for school. n The childminder understands the importance of effective partnerships with parents and other settings in supporting continuity in children's learning. She understands the need to plan activities to prepare children well for their move to other settings and school.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder reflects well on her practice. She helps children to learn to understand, respect and value other people. She develops good lasting relationships with families and their children. Older children say she is, 'Fun and really caring when someone is upset'.

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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 sampled the childminder's documentation, including policies, suitability checks and training certificates. n The inspector discussed the childminder's knowledge and experience of safeguarding and child protection procedures. n The inspector viewed the premises with the childminder. n The inspector talked with the childminder about her experience in early years

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This provision meets requirements

education. n The inspector took account of the views of children and their parents from information provided in their letters.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY309410 Local authority Reading Inspection number 10083443 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 5 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection 9 October 2014

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The childminder registered in 2005 and lives in Reading. She operates before and after school for school-aged children from 7.30am to 6.15pm. 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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