Childminder in Devon

Inspection date 13 February 2019 Previous inspection date 26 September 2014

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a secure understanding of her duty to protect children. She recognises signs that could indicate a child is at risk of harm and the procedures to follow should concerns about a child arise. n The premises are suitable and safe. The childminder records arrival and departure times of visitors. Daily registers record children's attendance. n The childminder offers a range of art and creative activities. She has a clear vision how these learning opportunities can engage children and follow their interests. The childminder recognises ways to monitor children's learning and support them to make progress. n The childminder is aware of the importance of forming bonds and attachments with children. She has procedures to work with parents and communicate effectively, to ensure that her practice and routines meet children's needs. n The childminder reflects on her practice and attends training to enhance the learning

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opportunities that she offers to children. n The childminder demonstrates, through discussion, how she will promote healthy lifestyles, for example by providing nutritious home-made meals and opportunities for outdoor activities.

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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 held discussions with the childminder about her practice. n The inspector sampled relevant documentation, including policies, procedures and children's records. n The inspector looked around the childminder's home, garden and the resources available. n The inspector talked to the childminder about how she will keep children safe and protect them from potential harm.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY253418 Local authority Devon Inspection number 10083423 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 10 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection 26 September 2014

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2003. She lives in Buckfastleigh, in Devon. The childminder operates all year round from 9am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder is a professional artist and specialises in offering art and craft activities to school-age children after school, in the school holidays and during term time for home-schooled children.

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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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