Childminder in Wiltshire

Inspection date 21 May 2019 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a secure understanding of the early years foundation stage and an ability to meet these requirements effectively. n The childminder understands her responsibility to safeguard children and knows the procedure to follow in the event of concerns about a child's welfare. She understands the need to ensure children are provided with a safe and secure environment. n The childminder demonstrates a secure knowledge of how children learn and develop. She understands the importance of observing children and narrowing any gaps in their learning effectively. n The childminder has a secure understanding of how to evaluate her practice to drive continuous improvement. n The childminder demonstrates how she will promote healthy lifestyles with the children through healthy food choices and opportunities for activities both inside and outdoors. n The childminder is committed to working closely with parents to meet children's

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This provision meets requirements

individual and care needs and to involve them in their child's development. n The childminder is able to demonstrate that she is committed to her own professional development to improve outcomes for children's learning.

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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 talked to the childminder about her understanding of the learning and development requirements and the activities she will provide to support children's learning. n The inspector viewed the areas of the premises and garden to be used for childminding. n The inspector discussed the childminder's understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements, and the procedures she has in place for ensuring children are protected. n The inspector looked at and discussed policies, procedures and documents the childminder will use when caring for children. n The inspector checked evidence of suitability of the childminder and household members and talked to the childminder about her self-evaluation and improvement plans.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY541765 Local authority Wiltshire Inspection number 10089973 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 0 - 7 Total number of places 3 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Chippenham, Wiltshire. She operates Mondays and Tuesdays from 7am until 5pm, all year round. The childminder holds a level 3 qualification in home based childcare.

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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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