Childminder in Blackburn with Darwen

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of local safeguarding procedures and clearly knows how to identify if a child is at risk of harm and how to report any concerns. She carries out regular risk assessments to ensure children are able to play in a safe and secure environment. n The childminder has a secure knowledge of the learning and development requirements. She understands that children learn in different ways and clearly explains how she would observe, plan and assess children's progress to devise a curriculum that reflects their individual needs and interests. n The childminder has a good range of high-quality toys and equipment to meet the needs of children of all ages. She demonstrates how these will be easily accessible for children to independently select what they want to play with. n Through discussion, the childminder explains how she will manage children's behaviour. She describes how she will use lots of positive praise and

p.2

This provision meets requirements

encouragement, so children are able to understand what is expected of them and learn right from wrong. n The childminder understands the importance of teaching children to lead a healthy lifestyle. She will ensure that the meals and snacks provided are healthy and nutritious and that children have daily opportunities to engage in outdoor physical play. n The childminder describes how she will evaluate the service that she provides, gathering the views of parents and children in order to inform any improvements. She explains how she intends to share information with parents, for example through daily discussions and 'parent evenings'.

p.2

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.

p.2

Setting details

Unique reference number EY549975 Local authority Blackburn with Darwen Inspection number 10126863 Type of provision Childminder

p.3

Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 to 0 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

p.3

Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Blackburn. She operates Monday to Friday from 3pm to 6pm, with the exception of bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder also offers weekend and overnight care.

p.3

Inspection activities

n The inspector completed a tour of the childminder's home. n Sample documentation was viewed, including the suitability of adults living in the household. n The inspector considered the toys and equipment that the childminder has to support children's learning. n Through discussion, the inspector established the childminder's understanding of the learning and development and safeguarding requirements.

p.3

Inspection activities

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.

p.3

Inspection activities

26 February 2020 regulates and inspects to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

p.3

Inspection activities

If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 1231, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk .

p.4

Inspection activities

You may reuse this information (not including logos) free of charge in any format or medium, under the terms of the Open Government Licence. To view this licence, visit www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/ , write to the Information Policy Team, The National Archives, Kew, London TW9 4DU, or email: psi@nationalarchives.gsi.gov.uk

p.4

Inspection activities

Interested in our work? You can subscribe to our monthly newsletter for more information and updates: http://eepurl.com/iTrDn .

p.4

Inspection activities

T: 0300 123 1231 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/ofsted

p.4