Childminder EY330216

Inspection date 25 February 2019 Previous inspection date 5 November 2014

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder is clear in her role and responsibility in relation to safeguarding and child protection. She understands the importance of managing any welfare concerns, including how to report any concerns to the correct agencies. n The childminder holds a current first-aid qualification. She is experienced in completing daily safety checks of the premises to minimise any potential risks or hazards. n The childminder knows how to meet the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage. She is currently gaining experience working in a pre- school while studying for a level 3 qualification. The childminder uses information from training, research and other professionals to help her evaluate her practice, and to identify her strengths and areas for improvement. n The childminder is experienced in using different ways of sharing information, observations and assessments of children's achievements with their parents. She

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knows how to monitor children's progress. n The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents and other early years settings to promote children's well-being and learning. n The childminder has clear policies and procedures to support children's well-being. She has a secure understanding of how to promote healthy lifestyles and positive, confident behaviour in children.

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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 sampled the childminder's documentation, including policies, suitability checks and training certificates. n The inspector discussed the childminder's knowledge and experience of safeguarding and child protection procedures. n The inspector viewed the premises with the childminder. n The inspector talked with the childminder about her experience as a pre-school

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practitioner, childminder and school volunteer. n The inspector took account of the views of parents from information provided in their letters.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY330216 Local authority West Berkshire Inspection number 10060568 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 4 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection 5 November 2014

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The childminder has been registered since 2006. She offers care throughout the year.

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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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