Childminder in Brighton and Hove

Inspection date 27 March 2019 Previous inspection date 27 April 2016

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder knows how to support children's learning and has suitable systems to help her monitor and assess their development. She knows how to observe children during their play, and to plan activities that support the next steps in their learning. She is aware of how to support them to develop the skills they need for their future learning. n The childminder knows how to support good behaviour and help children to be considerate and respectful of others. She recognises the importance of supporting children's understanding of diversity. n The childminder is aware of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. She is clear about child protection matters, current legislation and the procedures to follow to help safeguard children. n The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents. She knows to encourage two-way communication about children's welfare and learning.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands the need to evaluate her practice and develop her skills. She researches good practice and shares ideas with other early years professionals.

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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 checked evidence of the childminder's qualifications and suitability. n The inspector looked at policies and documents that the childminder uses. n The inspector viewed the areas of the home available for childminding and discussed with the childminder how she plans to use the space. n The inspector asked the childminder to discuss how she plans to meet the needs of

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Setting details

Unique reference number 130859 Local authority Brighton and Hove Inspection number 10061753 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 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 27 April 2016

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The childminder registered in 1997 and lives in Brighton, East Sussex. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to 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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