Childminder

Childminder

Unique reference number (URN): EY543697 Registered with Ofsted: 16/05/2017 Registers: EYR, CCR

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Leadership and governance Expected standard

The childminder shows a secure understanding of the statutory requirements of the early years foundation stage and how these are applied in practice. She explains clearly the systems in place to keep children safe, including how concerns would be identified, recorded and escalated and how allegations would be managed in line with local procedures.

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Leadership and governance Expected standard

The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of inclusive practice. She explains how she would identify children's individual needs from the outset and work in partnership with parents and other professionals. The childminder discusses how she will adapt routines and experiences to reduce barriers for disadvantaged children and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

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Leadership and governance Expected standard

The childminder articulates a well-considered approach to learning and development. She explains how activities would be planned around children's interests and developmental stages, with appropriate emphasis on the prime areas and coverage of all areas of learning. She understands how this will support children to make progress from their starting points and develop the skills needed for their next stage.

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Leadership and governance Expected standard

The childminder describes how clear expectations, consistent routines and positive interactions would support children's behaviour, attitudes and engagement. She demonstrates secure knowledge of how children's health, emotional wellbeing and care needs would be met through responsive routines, healthy practices and attentive support.

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Compulsory Childcare Register requirements

This setting has met the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register.

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Register

When we check if settings meet the Compulsory Childcare Register requirements, they can have the following outcomes:

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About this inspection

The inspector spoke with the childminder during the inspection.

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About this inspection

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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About this inspection

There were no early years children present and/or on roll at the time of this inspection. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with leaders and an inspection of the premises, equipment, and any relevant documentation. When there are no early years children present, inspectors only evaluate and grade leadership and governance

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About this setting

Operating hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday : 07:30 - 16:00

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Facts and figures used on inspection

This data was available to the inspector at the time of the inspection.

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Our grades explained

as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess the impact on children of other evaluation areas.

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Exceptional

Practice is exceptional: of the highest standard nationally. Other settings can learn from it.

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Strong standard

The setting reaches a strong standard. Leaders are working above the standard expected of them.

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Expected standard

The setting is fulfilling the expected standard of education and/or care. This means they are following the standard set out in statutory and non ‑ statutory legislation and the professional standards expected of them.

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Needs attention

The expected standards are not met but leaders are likely able to make the necessary improvements.

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Urgent improvement

The setting needs to make urgent improvements to provide the expected standard of education and/or care.

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Urgent improvement

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Urgent improvement

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Urgent improvement

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Urgent improvement

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