Childminder 318832

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 28 April 2016 8 February 2011

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder is knowledgeable and experienced. She has a good understanding of the learning and development requirements. She knows how to provide appropriate challenge for children to enable them to make suitable progress in all areas of their learning.  The childminder is aware of her responsibilities to safeguard children. She has attended relevant training to enhance her knowledge of child protection. In addition, the childminder carries out regular risk assessments and safety checks in her home to help to minimise hazards to children.  The childminder has a good understanding of how to meet children's needs. She describes the useful information that she will gather when children first start and the support she will provide to help them settle.  The childminder has a clear understanding of the importance of building close relationships with children to ensure they feel settled within her care. She shows an

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The provision meets requirements

awareness of how to help children build positive and respectful relationships with others, make choices and be independent.  The childminder has a good understanding of how to promote children's health. She explains how she would provide healthy snacks and drinks for children and teach them the importance of good hygiene. She would provide regular opportunities for them to be physical in the fresh air.  The childminder is aware of the need to work in partnership with parents and other professionals. She talks confidently about the importance of exchanging information with parents to support children's individual care and learning needs.  The childminder is committed to improving the quality of her provision and understands the importance of continuous professional development. She seeks feedback from parents and children on ways to improve the provision.

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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 observations, assessments and planning.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder about the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage.  The inspector looked at policies and documents the childminder will use when caring for children.  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.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 318832 Local authority Newcastle Inspection number 847763 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 5 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 8 February 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1995 and lives in Newcastle upon Tyne. The childminder operates Monday to Friday from 8am to 9am and 3.10pm to 5pm during term time. She holds qualified teacher status.

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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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