Childminder EY308034

Inspection date 28 August 2019 Previous inspection date 20 July 2015

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a clear understanding of his role in protecting children. He is able to recognise signs and symptoms of suspected abuse and knows how to report any concerns about a child's welfare. He keeps up to date with safe childcare practice, attending training to further his knowledge and understanding. n The childminder demonstrates that he understands how young children learn. He shows, through discussion, how he will utilise observation, planning and assessment documentation, monitor children's progress and identify the next steps in their learning. n The childminder has a clear understanding of the importance of encouraging healthy lifestyles and choices for children. He explains how children will be provided with nutritious food and have daily opportunities to engage in physical, outdoor activities. n The childminder demonstrates how he intends to support children's behaviour. He describes how he will promote positive behaviour, discuss rules and boundaries with

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This provision meets requirements

children and have realistic expectations according to their ages. n The childminder understands the importance of working closely with parents and other early years providers to ensure that learning is complemented. He describes how he intends to share information with parents to enable them to support their child's learning at home. n The childminder explains his procedures to evaluate his practice. He describes how he will seek the opinions of parents and children, in order to help him to identify his strengths and any areas in need of 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 setting that will be used for childminding. n The inspector spoke to the childminder about how he intends to deliver the learning and development requirements for children. n The inspector spoke to the childminder about how he intends to meet the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The inspector looked at evidence of the suitability of adults living in the household and viewed the childminder's policies and procedures. n The inspector saw a variety of toys, resources and equipment available to meet the needs of children of all ages.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY308034 Local authority Blackpool Inspection number 10106469 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 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 20 July 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2005 and lives in Blackpool. He operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.45pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder works with his wife, who is also a registered childminder.

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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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