Childminder in Staffordshire

Inspection date 12 December 2018 Previous inspection date 21 August 2014

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has an appropriate understanding of her role and responsibility to safeguard children. She demonstrates, through discussion and policies seen, that she knows the procedures to follow if she is concerned about a child in her care. n The childminder understands how to reflect on the quality of her practice to identify areas for further development. She recognises the need to continue to improve her skills and knowledge. n The childminder explains how she will promote healthy lifestyles. She discusses the importance of providing children with healthy snacks and regular opportunities to be active outside in the fresh air. n The childminder shows through discussion and documents seen that she has a clear understanding of the learning and development requirements. Evidence seen also shows that she knows how to use observations and assessments to plan activities to support children's learning.

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n The childminder is aware of carrying out risk assessments to ensure that any potential hazards are dealt with immediately. This contributes to ensuring children's safety is prioritised. n The childminder recognises the value of working in partnership with parents and other professionals, to help ensure consistency in children's care and learning.

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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 discussed with the childminder how she delivers the learning and development requirements for early years children. n The inspector looked at documents relating to evidence of suitability of household members. She also discussed policies and procedures used by the childminder in her practice. n The inspector looked at the resources to be used with children. She also viewed the

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garden and areas used by the childminder. n The inspector looked at children's assessment records, and a range of other documentation, including the self-evaluation and safeguarding procedures.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY282090 Local authority Walsall Inspection number 10083312 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 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 21 August 2014

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The childminder registered in 2004 and lives in Willenhall, West Midlands. She operates all year round, from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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