Childminder EY354411

Inspection date 1 April 2019 Previous inspection date 4 April 2016

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has attended training to ensure her knowledge of paediatric first aid is up to date. She demonstrates an understanding of how to keep children safe while they are in her care. n The childminder's home is welcoming to children and parents. She ensures that it is safe for children and there are a range of activities and equipment available for children to use. n The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of how to protect children from harm. She knows the procedures to follow should she have any concerns regarding a child's well-being. She attends child protection training to ensure her knowledge of safeguarding procedures is kept up to date. n The childminder has a good understanding of how to promote children's learning and development. She demonstrates a clear knowledge of the early years foundation stage and is able to provide activities, resources and experiences to promote children's

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development. n The childminder understands how to work effectively with parents. She intends to share information regarding children's progress with them. The childminder explains that she will work closely with parents when supporting children to become independent in their self-care. n The childminder understands how to promote children's good health. She intends to provide nutritious meals. She plans on providing regular opportunities for children to spend time outdoors, to enable them to exercise and enjoy fresh air. n The childminder is able to reflect on her own practice to make improvements for children. She has maintained links with the local authority early years team and plans to attend further training to update her knowledge. n The childminder knows how to promote children's behaviour effectively. She plans to promote sharing and respecting others, through ongoing discussion and 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 viewed all areas of the childminder's home that will be used when caring for children. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to promote children's progress and talked about her knowledge of the early years foundation stage framework. n The inspector looked at policies, procedures and other documentation that the childminder will use when caring for children.

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This provision meets requirements

n The inspector asked the childminder about her methods of self-evaluation and discussed her continuous improvement through ongoing training and development. n The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and any adults who live in the premises.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY354411 Local authority Knowsley Metropolitan Borough Council Inspection number 10064046 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 9 - 12 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection 4 April 2016

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The childminder registered in 2007 and lives in the Kirkby area of Liverpool. She operates all year round from, 7am to 7pm, Monday to Friday, except for 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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