Childminder EY356161

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 29 April 2016 27 August 2014

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder does not currently hold a paediatric first-aid qualification. She does not have up-to-date knowledge and skills to meet children's needs in the event of an accident or emergency.  The childminder does not have current public liability insurance.  The childminder has a clear understanding of how to meet the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She demonstrates her understanding of how to observe, assess and track children's progress.  The childminder understands her role to protect children from harm and to keep her premises safe. She is aware of the signs and symptoms that may indicate that a child is at risk of harm and she has procedures for reporting any concerns.  The childminder demonstrates an understanding of how to prepare children for their next stage in learning, such as nursery or school.  The childminder understands how working in partnership with parents and relevant

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The provision does not meet requirements

professionals can help her to know and meet the children's care and learning needs.  The childminder offers a welcoming environment and has a wide range of high-quality resources and play materials. Some of these are stored in ways that children can easily access.  The childminder understands the importance of continuous self-evaluation. She plans to improve her setting through reflecting on and evaluating her practice and the provision.

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The provision does not meet 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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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage the provider must:

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Due Date

 obtain a valid paediatric first-aid qualification that is relevant to caring for young children 30/05/2016

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Due Date

 ensure that public liability insurance is in place and maintained. 13/05/2016

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Inspection activities

 The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes and evaluate her practice.  The inspector looked at a selection of the records, policies and procedures the childminder intends to use when caring for children.  The inspector discussed with the childminder her knowledge of safeguarding.  The inspector viewed the premises and the resources available for children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY356161 Local authority Northumberland Inspection number 995954 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 0 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 27 August 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2007 and lives in Cramlington, Northumberland. She operates all year round from 8am to 5pm, 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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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