Childminder in Durham

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 21 January 2015 24 March 2011

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This inspection: Met

Previous inspection: Satisfactory 3 The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder demonstrates a sound knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She talks confidently about how she intends to provide children with interesting and challenging learning experiences, which will meet children's individual needs, once she recommences childminding.  The childminder demonstrates a good awareness of child protection procedures and recognises the possible signs that children may be at risk from abuse. She further safeguards children by making sure her home is safe, by completing risk assessments of her home and for all types of outings. She ensures that all people in contact with children are suitable and appropriately checked.  The childminder maintains a current paediatric first-aid certificate. This means that she has up-to-date knowledge on how to meet the needs of children in the event of an accident.

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The provision meets requirements

 The areas to be used for the care of children are welcoming and accessible to all. Equipment and resources provided are suitable for a range of ages, plentiful, and organised so that children can access them easily.  The childminder understands the value of developing positive partnerships with parents and other professionals, so that information about children's care and learning is shared and their needs are well met.  The childminder has made sufficient progress since her last inspection. She has suitably addressed the recommendations raised and is committed to the ongoing development of her provision by updating her knowledge through training.

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The 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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Inspection activities

 The inspector discussed the childminder's understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements, and the systems she has in place to help keep children safe.  The inspector talked to the childminder about her understanding of the learning and development requirements.  The inspector looked at and discussed policies, procedures and documents the childminder will use when caring for children.  The inspector looked at the areas of the premises where childcare is to be provided and the resources that are available to promote children's learning.  The inspector checked evidence of suitability and qualifications of the childminder.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 313945 Local authority Durham Inspection number 959818 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 24 March 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1996 and lives in Blackhill, Consett. She operates all year round, from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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Telephone number

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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Telephone number

procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. 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 Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, 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.

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

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