Childminder in Gateshead

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 17 March 2015 10 March 2009

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This inspection: Met

Previous inspection: Good 2 The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder demonstrates a very good understanding of the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She is able to explain how she uses her knowledge to provide a developmentally appropriate learning environment for all children.  The childminder knows how to safeguard children effectively and can explain what she would do if she had concerns about a child's welfare. She is able to give examples of how she ensures that children's emotional needs are met as they start in the setting, so that they settle quickly and feel secure.  The childminder can explain how she helps children to understand about healthy lifestyles, healthy eating and the importance of regular fresh air and exercise.  The childminder has very good knowledge and understanding of how to meet the needs of all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities by working in partnership with parents and professionals.

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder can explain how she uses observations and assessments to plan activities and experiences, which reflect children's interests and next steps in learning.  The childminder has a comprehensive set of policies and procedures in place to meet health and safety requirements and risk assessments are used to reduce hazards. Consequently, this ensures that children are safe in the setting and on outings.  The childminder is able to give examples of how she works in partnership with parents. She understands the importance of collecting information from parents about children's care, learning and development to ensure that their individual needs are met.  The childminder is committed to undertaking training to improve the quality of her practice as part of development planning.

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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 carried out a tour of the areas of the home used for childminding.  The inspector talked to the childminder about the educational programmes and viewed the range of toys, equipment and resources available for children.  The inspector looked at a range of records including learning information, written policies, risk assessments, qualifications and a selection of other documents.  The inspector spoke to the childminder about her practice and the provision throughout the inspection.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 311784 Local authority Gateshead Inspection number 871913 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 10 March 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1985 and lives in Low Fell, Gateshead. The childminder works in partnership with a co-childminder. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except 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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