Childminder in Warrington

Inspection date 19 December 2018 Previous inspection date 21 November 2014

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder is well qualified and experienced. She accesses regular training and she is committed to ensuring that her skills and knowledge are up to date. The childminder discusses the importance of reflecting on her practice and provision. She intends to complete action plans and audits to enable her to make continual improvements. n The childminder demonstrates an excellent awareness of how to keep children safe. She understands how to assess risks in the environment to help to identity and minimise any potential hazards. She knows how to recognise and report any safeguarding concerns. n The childminder has a good understanding of how to monitor children's progress from the start. She describes how she intends to observe children regularly and gather information from parents. She has a thorough understanding of how to plan and tailor opportunities and activities to meet children's individual needs.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder explains how she intends to work in partnership with settings and other professionals that may be involved with children. She describes the methods that she plans to use to share a wealth of information relating to children's care and learning. n The childminder is fully aware of her role in teaching children about equality and diversity. She explains the different ways in which she plans to raise children's awareness of the world around them. For instance, she discusses that she intends to explore a range of celebrations and cultures with children. The childminder understands how to offer an inclusive setting for all. n The childminder understands the need to promote children's good health. For example, she states that she intends to work with parents to ensure that children receive a healthy and well-balanced diet. She plans to take children on outings, where they would have the opportunity to engage in physical exercise and access fresh air.

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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 discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programme for children and undertake assessments of their development. n The inspector discussed self-evaluation and improvement plans with the childminder. n The inspector checked the evidence of suitability of the childminder and other members of her household. n The inspector discussed the childminder's understanding of the safeguarding and

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This provision meets requirements

welfare requirements and the systems she has in place to keep children safe. n The inspector viewed the areas where childminding will take place and had a discussion about the resources that the childminder will provide.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY301757 Local authority Warrington Inspection number 10083525 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 6 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection 21 November 2014

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The childminder registered in 2005 and lives in Warrington. She operates all year round, Monday to Friday from 7.45am until 6pm, with the exception of bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder works alongside another registered childminder. 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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