Childminder in Lancashire

Inspection date 3 May 2019 Previous inspection date 29 April 2014

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a secure knowledge of the learning and development requirements. She understands how children learn and clearly describes how she would observe, plan and assess children's progress and identify next steps in their learning. The childminder has developed a wealth of paperwork to support this process. n Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates that she has a robust understanding of safeguarding procedures and knows how to identify if a child is at risk of harm. Furthermore, she explains the procedures she would follow to report any concerns that she may have. The childminder carries out regular risk assessments and safety checks to ensure children play in a safe and secure environment. n The childminder shows that she understands the importance of regular communication with parents, carers and other settings that children may attend to promote children's individual needs. The childminder explains the importance of working in partnership

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with others to promote a consistent approach and to complement children's care and learning. n The childminder recognises the importance of helping children to understand what is expected of them. She explains the strategies she will use to manage children's behaviour and how she will work in close partnership with parents. n The childminder intends to provide children with healthy snacks and meals and ensure they have regular opportunities for fresh air and physical exercise. She describes trips to places of interest within the local community to promote children's social development and confidence and to develop their understanding of the wider world around them. n The childminder attends regular training and recognises the importance of continued professional development. Parents' and children's views are sought to identify her strengths and any areas for improvement. The childminder is passionate about

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providing a good-quality provision that children enjoy attending.

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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

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n The inspector had a tour of the premises and checked all areas available for children's use. n The inspector looked at a range of documentation, including assessment paperwork, policies and procedures and suitability checks. n The inspector asked the childminder questions to assess her knowledge and understanding of the early years foundation stage requirements.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 308043 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 10083080 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 29 April 2014

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The childminder registered in 1992 and lives in Lytham. She operates all year round, from 7.30am until 9am and 3pm until 5.30pm from Monday to Friday, and from 7.30am until 5.30pm in school 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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