Childminder 318855

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 8 June 2016 5 December 2013

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This inspection: Not met

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder has failed to maintain a current first-aid certificate or public liability insurance.  The childminder demonstrates a suitable knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage. She describes how she uses observations of children's stages of development and interests to plan for the next steps in their learning.  The childminder is aware of her responsibilities to safeguard children. She has attended relevant training to enhance her knowledge of child protection and is aware of the signs and symptoms of abuse.  The childminder discusses the importance of working in partnership with others to support children in their future learning.  The childminder is aware of the need to work in partnership with parents to ensure children's individual needs are met to support their learning and development.  The childminder has a clear understanding of the importance of building close

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The provision does not meet requirements

relationships with children to ensure they feel settled within her care.  The childminder has a good understanding of how to promote children's health. She explains how she would provide healthy meals and drinks for children. The childminder intends to teach children the importance of good hygiene and provide regular opportunities for them to be physical in the fresh air.  The childminder has an understanding of promoting children's independence and of encouraging them to explore resources and the environment.  The childminder understands the importance of continuous self-evaluation. She is aware of the need to review her practice and the service that she offers.

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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 and the Childcare Register the provider must:

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Due Date

 complete a paediatric first-aid training course 21/07/2016  ensure that public liability insurance is in place. 23/06/2016

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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 looked at policies and documents the childminder will use when caring for children.  The inspector discussed self-evaluation and plans for improvement with the childminder.  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 318855 Local authority Newcastle Inspection number 1043494 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 12 - 12 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 5 December 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1989 and lives in Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for 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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