Childminder in Newcastle upon Tyne

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 12 May 2016 19 November 2014

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This inspection: Met

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder demonstrates a sound understanding of how to support children's learning. She knows how to observe and assess children's learning, in order to plan activities that children enjoy. She knows how to provide suitable challenge and encourage children's ongoing development.  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 minimise hazards to children.  The childminder understands how to promote children's emotional well-being. She shows an awareness of how to help children build positive relationships with others, make choices and be independent. The childminder also understands how to positively manage children's behaviour.  The childminder has a good understanding of how to promote children's health. She

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The provision meets requirements

explains how she would provide healthy meals and drinks for children, and teach them the importance of good hygiene. She would provide regular opportunities for children to be physical in the fresh air.  The childminder talks confidently about the importance of exchanging information with parents, other providers and professionals to support children's individual care and learning needs.  The environment is suitably resourced with a range of toys and equipment to meet the needs of the different age groups of children.  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 observation, assessment 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 319117 Local authority Newcastle Inspection number 1044485 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 19 November 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1999. She lives in Blakelaw, Newcastle upon Tyne. The childminder operates Monday to Friday from 3.30pm to 5pm during term time only. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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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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