Childminder in Somerset

Inspection date 16 August 2019 Previous inspection date 9 June 2014

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands the learning and development requirements. She knows how to observe and assess children's progress and provide appropriate learning experiences to help children make progress, and to be prepared for school. n The childminder understands her role and responsibility to safeguard children. She knows the procedures to follow to report any safeguarding concerns she may have about children in her care. n The childminder understands the benefits of working with parents and other providers. She is aware of the need to share information in order to meet children's individual needs and to provide a consistent approach to their learning. n The childminder understands the importance of keeping her skills and knowledge up to date. She knows how to seek the views of parents and children to help review and evaluate her own practice to improve it further. n The childminder knows the importance of providing daily opportunities for children to

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This provision meets requirements

have physical exercise as part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

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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 discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning. n The inspector viewed the areas of the premises that will be used for childminding. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to evaluate her provision.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY293296 Local authority Somerset Inspection number 10083140 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 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 9 June 2014

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The childminder registered in 2004 and lives in Yeovil, Somerset. She operates from 3pm to 6pm during school term time, Monday to Thursday. The childminder holds a relevant qualification at level 3.

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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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