Childminder in Kirklees

Inspection date 8 January 2019 Previous inspection date 4 November 2014

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder is knowledgeable about child protection issues. She understands how to keep children safe from harm and is clear about the action to take should she have any concerns about a child's welfare. n The childminder has a clear understanding of how children learn and develop. She knows how to observe, assess and monitor their development. She explains how she will use this information to plan suitable play and learning experiences to help children make progress. n The childminder understands how to promote children's well-being and good health. She describes how she will help children to learn good hygiene routines and understand why healthy eating and physical exercise are important. n The childminder shows a good understanding of the importance of developing close partnerships with parents and other settings that children may attend. She explains how she will share information to help support continuity in children's care and

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learning. n The childminder knows how to evaluate her practice and how to set priorities for further improvement. She understands the importance of furthering her professional development to continue to develop her skills and support children's learning. n The childminder understands how to help children develop the attitudes and skills they need for school. She knows how to promote positive behaviour and describes how she will help children to develop positive relationships, show respect towards others and be confident and independent.

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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 plans to promote children's learning and development in partnership with parents. n The inspector discussed the childminder's understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The inspector viewed all areas of the childminder's premises and garden where child care is to be provided. n The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's suitability, qualifications and

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training certificates. She discussed self-evaluation and checked the childminder's understanding of the legal requirements.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 310980 Local authority Kirklees Inspection number 10069458 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 6 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 4 November 2014

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The childminder registered in 1995 and lives in the New Mill area of Holmfirth. She operates all year round from 7.30am until 6pm, Monday to Thursday, except 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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