Childminder in North Yorkshire

Inspection date 7 May 2019 Previous inspection date 28 July 2014

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a positive understanding of how to support children to acquire the skills to learn and develop effectively. This is because she knows how to use observation and assessment to identify and plan the next stages in children's learning. n The childminder has a very clear understanding and awareness of the possible signs and symptoms of abuse. She has an in-depth knowledge of how to report any safeguarding concerns about children in her care. The childminder has a valid qualification in paediatric first aid and maintains public liability insurance. n The childminder knows how to help children form close bonds and attachments to her and other children to support their emotional development. She understands how she will help them to learn self-care skills, independence and social confidence, in readiness for school. n The childminder understands procedures for engaging parents and encouraging them

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This provision meets requirements

to share what they know about their children. She recognises the importance of finding out about children's care routines when they start attending. She has appropriate systems to keep parents informed of children's achievements. n The childminder knows how to evaluate the quality of her service. She completes training courses to refresh her knowledge and keep up to date with changes in legislation.

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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. 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 401420 Local authority North Yorkshire Inspection number 10069637 Type of provision Childminder

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Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 6 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 12 Date of previous inspection 28 July 2014

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The childminder registered in 1996 and lives in Harrogate. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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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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