Childminder in Cheshire West and Chester

Inspection date 19 August 2019 Previous inspection date 9 May 2016

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder knows how to protect children from harm or neglect. She understands her responsibility to take action if she has concerns about a child and knows the steps to follow to keep children safe. n The childminder carries out risk assessments in order to identify and minimise hazards in her home. This helps to ensure that the premises are safe and secure and are suitable for children's use. n The childminder knows how to observe, assess and plan for children's next steps in learning. She demonstrates that she and her assistant can offer enjoyable and challenging learning experiences to help children to make progress from their starting points. n The childminder knows how to work in partnership with parents and involve them in their children's learning. n The childminder knows how to promote children's understanding of the importance of a healthy lifestyle. She demonstrates how she encourages children to benefit from

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fresh air and exercise, and to be active and develop their physical skills. n The childminder shows how she develops her skills and knowledge through research and ongoing professional development.

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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 discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning. n The inspector discussed the policies and procedures for the service with the childminder and viewed documentation that she will use when caring for children. n The inspector viewed the areas of the childminder's home to be used by children and discussed the equipment and toys the childminder intends to use. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder and took account of the suitability checks for the childminder's assistant and household members.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY470986 Local authority Cheshire West and Chester Inspection number 10075605 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 - 0 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 9 May 2016

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The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Northwich, Cheshire. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder works with an assistant.

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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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