Childminder EY432877

Inspection date 10 January 2019 Previous inspection date 24 February 2015

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a firm knowledge and understanding of safeguarding children and is aware of the procedure to follow should she be concerned about a child in her care. n The childminder has a clear understanding of how to meet the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage. She demonstrates her understanding of how to observe, assess and track children's progress in their learning and development. n The childminder demonstrates her understanding of the importance of working in partnership with parents and other professionals and how she offers an inclusive service. n The childminder understands how to promote children's well-being. She shows an awareness of how to help children build positive relationships with others, make choices and be independent in readiness for school. She also understands how to positively manage children's behaviour. n The childminder understands the importance of providing children with healthy snacks

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and meal options and ensuring they are active each day to develop their physical skills. n The childminder is motivated and continues with her professional development to improve her knowledge and skills. She evaluates her practice, using the support available from the local authority, to make improvements to her provision.

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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 looked at the areas of the home that will be used for childminding and discussed the resources available. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about her procedures for safeguarding children. n The inspector spoke with the childminder about how she intends to deliver the activities and promote learning for children. n The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's suitability and the suitability of

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other household members. n The inspector looked at a range of documents, policies and procedures the childminder will use when caring for children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY432877 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 10059478 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 24 February 2015

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The childminder registered in 2010 and lives in Morecambe, Lancashire. The childminder operates Monday to Friday 7am to 6pm, all year round.

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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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