Childminder in Derbyshire

Inspection date 27 April 2019 Previous inspection date 27 August 2014

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder does not ensure all documentation is easily accessible and available for inspection, as required. She was unable to provide evidence that she holds an appropriate and valid first-aid certificate at the time of inspection. n The childminder discusses her secure knowledge of how children learn through play, challenge and exploration. She knows how to help the youngest children build foundations for learning and how to prepare older children for starting school. n The childminder has a clear understanding of child protection issues and is knowledgeable about the signs and indicators of abuse. She describes how she would manage any concerns about children or allegations about adults on the premises. n The childminder understands how to promote children's good health through providing regular exercise and nutritious food essential for their well-being. n The childminder provides a warm, welcoming and inclusive environment for children.

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She understands the importance of promoting children's independence, self-confidence and emotional well-being. She knows how to help children to behave well. n The childminder has a clear understanding of how to observe and assess children's learning. She explains how she would undertake this on a regular basis and check that children are progressing. She explains that she would make sure she is covering all of the areas of learning on a regular basis. n The childminder has a suitable understanding of partnership working with parents, carers and others. She explains how she will maintain ongoing information-sharing so parents and carers are kept up to date with their children's care and development. She is clear on what information she would share with other settings so that there is consistent support for children. n The childminder understands the importance of reflecting and evaluating on her practice. She plans to seek the views of parents and children to identify any

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weaknesses and to ensure practice is continually developed to benefit children.

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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 necessary documentation is available for inspection as required, with particular reference to a valid and relevant first-aid certificate. 03/05/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

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 had a tour of the areas of the premises used by children and discussed the equipment and toys available. n The inspector discussed the policies and procedures with the childminder and viewed documentation that she will use when caring for children. She discussed how the childminder plans to evaluate herself. 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 EY277527 Local authority Derbyshire Inspection number 10083323 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 August 2014

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The childminder registered in 2003 and lives in Heanor, Derbyshire. She works with another registered childminder. The childminder operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except the week between Christmas and New Year, 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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