Childminder 303920

Inspection date 23 January 2019 Previous inspection date 30 July 2015

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage. For example, she knows how to assess children's abilities and needs, and to address any gaps in their learning to help them progress. n The childminder knows how to plan a broad range of activities to support children's learning and to help prepare them for the next stages in their development. n The childminder knows the value of working in partnership with parents, outside professionals and other early years providers, to help ensure continuity and progression in children's learning and development. n The childminder knows about safeguarding practices and the reporting procedures to follow if she has any welfare concerns. n The childminder knows how to evaluate her provision to help improve her practice and meet the needs of the children. n The childminder understands how to manage children's behaviour. She helps them to

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This provision meets requirements

follow rules and boundaries, and to respect each other's differences.

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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 viewed the areas of the premises where childcare is to be provided. n The inspector had a discussion with the childminder about her knowledge and understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the early years foundation stage. n The inspector discussed with the childminder her documentation, including children's learning records, policies and procedures.

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This provision meets requirements

n The inspector checked evidence of suitability records and looked at the childminder's qualifications and training certificates. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to plan and provide learning experiences for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 303920 Local authority Cheshire West and Chester Inspection number 10062158 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 5 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 30 July 2015

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The childminder was registered in 1984 and lives in Wincham, Cheshire. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for family holidays. 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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