Childminder in Cumbria

Inspection date 15 April 2019 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder does not hold a current paediatric first-aid certificate. n The childminder does not hold valid public liability insurance. n The childminder has a very good understanding of child development and how children learn. She describes how she would plan to meet children's individual needs and use a range of teaching strategies to help them make progress from their starting points. n The childminder explains how she will work in partnership with parents and other professionals to support children's learning. She understands the importance of assessing children's attainment to ensure they receive the additional help they need, if there are any gaps in their development. n The childminder has a good understanding of safeguarding procedures. She describes the signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect and what she would do if she has any concerns about children's welfare or development. n The childminder appreciates the importance of being flexible when children start in the

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setting. She explains how she plans to help children to settle well and to develop positive relationships with her. n The childminder explains how she will reflect on and improve her practice, seeking the views of children, parents and other professionals. n The childminder talks about the importance of ensuring that children feel safe and happy in her care. She describes her expectations of children's behaviour and how she would support children to be kind and considerate to others. n The childminder understands the importance of helping children to recognise dangers and explains how she would help them to make healthy lifestyle choices.

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This provision does not meet 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.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the early years foundation stage and Childcare Register the provider must: Due date ensure a valid paediatric first-aid certificate is maintained at all times 15/05/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

obtain valid public liability insurance and maintain this at all times. 30/04/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

n The inspector had a tour of the premises. n The inspector discussed with the childminder her knowledge and understanding of the requirements of the early years foundation stage. n The inspector discussed with the childminder her understanding of safeguarding procedures. n The inspector checked the suitability of all relevant members of the household. n The inspector viewed a range of documents, including policies and risk assessments.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY546958 Local authority Cumbria Inspection number 10101140 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 - 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 2017 and lives in Heads Nook, Near Brampton, Cumbria. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Thursday.

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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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