Childminder EY223199

Inspection date 12 December 2018 Previous inspection date 28 August 2014

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder is aware of how to safeguard children. She understands how to recognise concerns and to record and report these where appropriate. n The childminder knows how to observe and assess children's development and plan for their next steps in learning. She is aware of how to complete progress checks on children aged between two and three years. n The childminder knows the importance of establishing strong relationships with parents, other professionals and other settings that children attend. She explains how she shares information, to help meet children's learning and development needs. n The childminder knows how to help children learn about the importance of healthy lifestyles, such as taking exercise and adopting good hygiene routines. When she cares for children, they have many opportunities for outdoor play and learning. n The childminder knows how to make her home safe and secure for children. She is

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aware of how to identify and minimise risks to children both in her home and when on outings.

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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 around the areas of the home to be used for childminding and discussed with the childminder how she would help children stay safe. n The inspector sampled some of the documentation the childminder uses when caring for children, including the safeguarding policy. n The inspector checked the childminder's understanding of how to meet the learning and development requirements.

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n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she evaluates her practice and plans for improvement.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY223199 Local authority Central Bedfordshire Inspection number 10083327 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 - 0 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 28 August 2014

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The childminder registered in 2002 and lives in Potton, Bedfordshire. She operates all year round on Monday and Tuesday from 8am to 6pm, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder 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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