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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Childminder in Bolton

Inspected 5 Jun 2019 · published 20 Jun 2019 · URN EY545562

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  • Inspection date verified

    5 Jun 2019

  • Inspectors verified

    Wendy Dockerty

  • Overall effectiveness verified

    Met

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder report

  • URN verified

    EY545562

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  • OverallMet

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Words of findings
435
about usual (typical 350)
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Flesch 48, typical 47
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15 words
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Findings 1%What needs to improve 54%About the inspection 45%

Full report text

Inspection date 5 June 2019 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has attended training to ensure that her knowledge of paediatric first aid is up to date. She explains how she plans to ensure children's medical needs are met. n The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of how to protect children from harm. She knows the procedures to follow should she have any concerns regarding a child's well-being. She has attended child protection training previously. She intends to update her knowledge of safeguarding procedures by attending further training. n The childminder explains how children's safety is a priority and how she plans to ensure her home is suitable for children's use. The childminder intends to take children on regular outings in the local community and plans to ensure children's health and well-being is promoted at all times. n The childminder has a selection of toys and resources available for children of different ages. She demonstrates her understanding of promoting children's learning and

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This provision meets requirements

development through a variety of activities and experiences. She has a secure knowledge of the areas of learning within the early years foundation stage. n The childminder shows an understanding of promoting diversity. She intends to support children's awareness of respecting others, sharing and taking turns. She plans to teach children about celebrations from a variety of cultures. n The childminder explains how she intends to work closely with parents. She plans to discuss children's individual needs before caring for them. The childminder plans to share children's progress with parents in order to keep them updated on their children's development.

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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 viewed all areas of the childminder's home that will be used when caring for children. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to promote children's progress and talked about her knowledge of the early years foundation stage framework. n The inspector discussed policies, procedures and other documentation that the childminder will use when caring for children. n The inspector discussed the childminder's approach to continuous improvement through ongoing training and development. n The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and any adults who live in the premises.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY545562 Local authority Bolton Inspection number 10060036 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 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 Bolton. She operates 8am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, all year round, except for 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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procedures set out in the guidance Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted, which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk . If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk . achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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