Childminder EY535790

Inspection date 25 March 2019 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a secure understanding of how she intends to safeguard children. She attends a wide variety of training to help keep her knowledge up to date regarding child protection issues. The childminder describes how she plans to identify and minimise any potential risks to children in the setting. n The childminder understands the importance of building close partnerships with parents. She plans to gather detailed information about children's knowledge, skills and development when they first start at the setting. The childminder intends to keep parents well informed about their child's progress. For example, she plans to use daily diaries, discussions, observations and photographs to share key information about children's learning. n The childminder describes how she intends to celebrate children's individuality. She plans to teach children about diversity and help them to learn about a variety of

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cultures and festivals. The childminder explains how she intends to cater for children's individual needs, such as allergies or physical needs, appropriately. n The childminder confidently describes her approach to supporting children's play and learning. She shows an understanding of how she plans to regularly track children's development. The childminder intends to plan activities that promote children's interests and support what they need to learn next. She knows the importance of preparing children for the next stage in their learning, including their move on to school. n The childminder is enthusiastic and demonstrates a strong desire to continually improve her knowledge, skills and practice. She describes how she intends to gather feedback from parents and children to help her reflect on the quality of her setting and identify areas to change.

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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 safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder and how she will keep children safe. n The inspector and childminder toured the premises where childcare is to be provided.

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The inspector and the childminder discussed toys, resources and equipment that she intends to use. n The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and all people living on the premises. n The inspector discussed the policies and documents that the childminder will use when caring for children and discussed self-evaluation with the childminder.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY535790 Local authority Wakefield Inspection number 10089599 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 - 0 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Castleford, West Yorkshire. She operates during term time from 7am to 6pm, Tuesday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 5.

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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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