Sigrist, Katherine Fiona

Inspection date 8 August 2019 Previous inspection date 20 March 2019

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This provision meets requirements

n Since the last inspection, the childminder has made changes to the way she evaluates her provision to make sure she understands how to provide a suitable environment for children to play and learn. She has completed risk assessments that identify potential hazards and show how she has removed or reduced these to keep children safe in her home and when out and about. n The childminder has kept her skills and knowledge up to date through continuing her professional development to support her understanding about keeping children safe. She understands the signs and symptoms which may indicate a child's welfare is at risk and knows how to respond if she has concerns. n The childminder understands the learning and development requirements. She has completed training to provide her with better knowledge for how to use her observations to provide experiences and activities to support children's progress. n The childminder recognises the importance of working in partnership with parents and

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other professionals to keep them informed about children's achievements and to help plan for their next steps in learning, including moving on to school. n The childminder provides stimulating environments with accessible resources to engage and motivate children to play and learn. She knows how to support children's behaviour. n The childminder has improved her understanding of how to keep the environment clean and safe. She knows how to help children understand the importance of good food choices and personal hygiene.

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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 with the childminder about her understanding of the learning and development requirements and how she plans to meet children's needs and interests. n The inspector looked at the policies and procedures and other documents the childminder will use when caring for children. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she evaluates her provision and plans for improvement.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY552855 Local authority Wiltshire Inspection number 10101852 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 4 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection 20 March 2019

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The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Marlborough, Wiltshire. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for two weeks at Christmas. The childminder holds qualified teacher status.

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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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