Childminder EY399471

Inspection date 25 February 2019 Previous inspection date 14 January 2015

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder is fully aware of her responsibilities to meet the safeguarding and welfare requirements. She knows what action to take if she has concerns about a child. n The childminder has a suitable understanding of how to deliver an educational programme, assess children's progress and plan activities that help children to learn. This helps to prepare them for their next stage in learning, including school. n The childminder is aware of the benefits of working closely with parents and other settings children attend to promote continuity of children's care and learning. n The childminder understands the importance of forming secure emotional attachments with children so that they feel happy and secure in her care. n The childminder knows the importance of promoting equality, diversity and helping children to develop good social skills, to build positive relationships with others. She is clear about appropriate behaviour management strategies.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands the need to regularly self-evaluate her practice to help identify areas for improvement. n The childminder completes risk assessments on her premises to identify and address any potential hazards. She knows how to ensure the indoor and outdoor environments are safe and secure. n The childminder carries out professional development and uses training effectively to broaden her understanding. For example, she has recently attended training to support children's communication skills.

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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 discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning. n The inspector discussed the policies and procedures with the childminder and viewed documentation that she will use when caring for children. n The inspector had a tour of the areas of the premises used by children and discussed

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This provision meets requirements

the equipment and toys available. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder and took into consideration the suitability checks.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY399471 Local authority Derbyshire Inspection number 10070212 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 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 14 January 2015

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The childminder registered in 2009 and lives in Hollingwood, Chesterfield. She operates all year round from 7am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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