Childminder in Thurrock

Inspection date 4 July 2019 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands the importance of promoting children's good health and of providing a safe and welcoming environment. She ensures her home is free from hazards and that all toys and resources are appropriate for use by children. n The childminder has a good understanding of the importance of safeguarding children. She has attended relevant training and is aware of the procedures to follow if she has a concern about the welfare of a child. n The childminder discusses how she works with parents and other professionals. For example, she develops good relationships with the teachers at the local school, to help maintain consistency in children's care and learning. n The childminder shows a good understanding of the importance of promoting equality, diversity and helping children to develop good social skills and behaviour. n The childminder has a good understanding of how to promote children's learning and

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development. She knows how to adapt her approach to meet the needs of individual children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

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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 viewed the areas of the premises available for use by children and discussed the equipment and toys the childminder plans to use with them. n The inspector discussed policies and procedures with the childminder and viewed documentation that she intends to use when caring for children. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to meet the requirements for the early years foundation stage. n The inspector checked a range of required documentation, including the suitability checks of adults living on the premises and the childminder's training certificates and policies. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to use self-evaluation.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY542607 Local authority Thurrock Inspection number 10105494 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 1 - 10 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Chafford Hundred, Essex. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder also offers occasional overnight care.

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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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