Childminder in Darlington

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 6 May 2015 8 September 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 has a secure knowledge of the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. Consequently, she demonstrates capability to support children to make progress across the seven areas of learning and work with parents to complement children's learning at home.  The childminder recognises the importance of preparing children for the next stages in their learning, such as school. She has partnerships in place with other professionals to promote continuity of learning for children.  The childminder has procedures in place to help her communicate with families and support children to settle in. This enables her to get to know children before they start and promotes continuity of care and children's emotional security.  The childminder demonstrates a suitable understanding of how to effectively review children's progress and the educational programme she provides. She understands the

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The provision meets requirements

importance of making timely interventions, to provide further support for children and close any gaps in children's learning.  The childminder is aware of her role to protect children from harm and keep them safe. She fully understands the safeguarding and welfare requirements and the procedures to follow if she has any concerns about a child's welfare.  The childminder consistently reviews ways to improve her service using her self- evaluation. As a result, she has maintained her skills and knowledge to work with children.

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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 with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning.  The inspector observed areas to be used for the care of children along with furniture, equipment and toys that are to be used for childminding.  The inspector checked a range of documents the childminder intends to use for childminding, and the self-evaluation evidence.  The inspector checked the childminder and household members' suitability to have contact with children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY424463 Local authority Darlington Inspection number 960210 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 8 September 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2011. She lives in the Harrowgate Hill area in Darlington. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder has Qualified Teacher Status and a level 3 qualification in childcare.

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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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