Childminder in Lancashire

Inspection date 7 February 2019 Previous inspection date 19 June 2014

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a very well-resourced environment which is welcoming for children of all ages. n The childminder has a very good understanding of how children learn. She explains how she plans activities covering all areas of learning while taking children's interests into account. n The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of how to keep children safe. She has a secure knowledge of safeguarding procedures and knows what to do if she has a concern about a child in her care. n The childminder explains how she observes, assesses and tracks children's development on a regular basis and shares this with parents. She gathers baseline information and starting points with input from parents to inform her initial planning. n The childminder understands the importance of sharing information with parents and other early years providers. This helps to ensure consistency in supporting children's learning and care.

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n The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of self-evaluation and reflective practice to make improvements to her service. She also seeks the views of children and parents to support this. n The childminder holds a current paediatric first-aid certificate and knows how to deal with accidents and minor injuries or health issues. n The childminder understands how to support children to develop healthy lifestyles through activities and outdoor play. She discusses how to manage behaviour and prepares children for the next steps in learning, including their move on to school. n The childminder understands how to make sure her home is safe. She knows the importance of carrying out regular safety checks to ensure that any hazards are minimised. n The childminder understands the importance of forming positive relationships with children to support their emotional well-being. She also understands the importance of

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teaching them how to treat others fairly and with respect. 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 held discussions with the childminder about her knowledge and understanding of the learning and development and safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The inspector viewed the areas of the childminder's home used for childcare. n The inspector looked at a range of documentation that the childminder uses when

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caring for children, including policies, procedures, self-evaluation and children's records. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about her childcare practices and checked evidence of suitability for all household members.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 307870 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 10059592 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 1 - 2 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection 19 June 2014

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The childminder was registered in 2009 and lives in Poulton-le-Fylde. She operates all year round from 8am to 5.30pm, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.

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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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