Childminder in Shropshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a robust understanding of how to keep children safe. She knows the signs and symptoms of abuse, and who she would report any concerns to, including allegations made against herself or a household member. n The childminder understands the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage. She has continued to access training to keep herself updated with changes in policy and legislation. n The childminder describes how she will plan a broad curriculum. She will provide activities that build on what children already know, and what they need to learn, to help prepare them for the next stages in their development. n The childminder explains how she has high expectations for children's behaviour. She will help children to manage their own feelings and support them to follow the clear rules and boundaries she will set. n The childminder understands how to promote children's resilience and

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independence. She will provide opportunities that encourage children to have a go and to try things for themselves. n The childminder knows the value of working in partnership with parents, other childcare providers and outside agencies, to meet children's needs and ensure continuity in their learning and 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.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 125591 Local authority Isle of Wight Inspection number 10108447 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 6 to 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 26 March 2014

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1999. She lives in Seaview on the Isle of Wight. The childminder is currently only taking school-aged children, before and after school and during some holidays.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector assessed how well the childminder understands how to implement policies and procedures. n The inspector observed the premises and discussed with the childminder her understanding of risk assessment and the safety of the premises. n The inspector assessed how well the childminder understands the early years foundation stage and the learning and development requirements. n The inspector assessed how the childminder would support children's behaviour and personal development. n The inspector sampled documentation, including the suitability of the childminder and those living on the premises.

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We carried out this inspection 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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