Childminder in North Yorkshire

Inspection date 26 April 2019 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates she understands the early years foundation stage learning and development requirements. She has procedures in place to observe, assess and monitor children's learning and the progress they make. The childminder will use this information to plan for children's individual learning. n The childminder has carefully considered settling-in arrangements. She has procedures in place to gather key information from parents about their child, to help ensure their individual care and learning needs are met. n The childminder demonstrates a secure understanding of how strong partnerships with parents and other professionals are key to help promote a shared and consistent approach to a child's individual care and education. n The childminder has procedures in place to evaluate the quality of the setting and service she provides, in order to identify and address any areas to improve.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a secure knowledge and understanding of safeguarding. She completes her own research online and attends training to help her recognise the signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect. She has clear safeguarding policies and procedures in place. n The childminder demonstrates that she understands how to keep children safe while in her care. She has procedures in place to help her identify and minimise any risks and hazards to children's safety. She holds a valid paediatric first-aid certificate, which will help her to respond appropriately in the event of an emergency.

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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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This provision meets requirements

n The inspector had a tour of the premises that will be used for childminding purposes. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about how she intends to deliver educational programmes. n The inspector reviewed suitability checks for all adults living and working on the premises. n The inspector reviewed relevant documentation which included policies, procedures and other records regarding health and safety. n The inspector discussed the childminder's self-evaluation.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY539054 Local authority North Yorkshire Inspection number 10079909 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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Registers

The childminder registered in 2016. She opens all year round from 7am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for family holidays and bank holidays. The childminder holds a suitable level 3 childcare qualification. She works alongside another registered childminder. The childminder offers early education funded places for two-, three-, and four-year-old children.

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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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