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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Childminder in Cornwall

Inspected 6 Dec 2018 · published 27 Dec 2018 · URN EY273008

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  • Inspection date verified

    6 Dec 2018

  • Inspectors verified

    Joanne Steward

  • Early years verified

    Met

  • Overall effectiveness verified

    Met

  • Previous overall verified

    Met

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder report

  • URN verified

    EY273008

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  • OverallMet
  • Early yearsMet

90% of comparable inspections in the last three years were graded Met (3,163 inspections).

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−37Criticalmore positive than 8% of reports of this type graded Met
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  • What needs to improve332w−37

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Pages
4
Words of findings
332
about usual (typical 350)
Reading level
Hard
Flesch 44, typical 47
Average sentence
14 words
Next steps
8
typical 8
Hedged sentences
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Findings 2%What needs to improve 48%About the inspection 51%

Full report text

Inspection date 6 December 2018 Previous inspection date 1 May 2014

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands and meets legal requirements. He holds a valid paediatric first-aid certificate and public liability insurance. The childminder is aware of how to recognise when children may be at risk of harm, and knows how to report any concerns about their welfare. n The childminder understands how to reflect on practice to help benefit children. He attends training to keep his skills updated. For example, he knows how to minimise risks for children. n The childminder knows how to manage children's behaviour, to help them understand the rules and boundaries of the setting. n The childminder describes the types of activities and assessment system he will use to help children make progress in their learning and development. n The childminder is aware of how to develop effective partnerships with parents and local schools, such as sharing information about children's progress. n The childminder demonstrates knowledge of how to help children develop an

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This provision meets requirements

understanding of the world. For instance, by visiting places within the community to help broaden their experiences.

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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 looked at relevant documentation, including safeguarding procedures, the first-aid certificate and public liability insurance, to ensure the childminder meets legal requirements. n The inspector spoke to the childminder regarding matters relating to leadership and management. n The inspector discussed the learning and development requirements with the childminder.

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This provision meets requirements

n The inspector ensured the premises and equipment were safe. n The inspector asked the childminder how he would plan and assess children's progress.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY273008 Local authority Cornwall Inspection number 10083082 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 1 May 2014

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2003 and lives in Crofthandy, Cornwall.

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Registers

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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procedures set out in the guidance Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted, which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk . If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk . achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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