Childminder in Durham

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 21 September 2016 24 March 2016

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder shows a satisfactory understanding of how to promote the learning and development requirements. She shows a clear understanding of how she will assess each child's progress and use children's interests to support their learning.  The childminder understands the need to develop close links with the other settings and good relationships with parents. She talks to parents about their children's welfare needs to ensure that these are met, and gains information from school to enable her to plan activities and experiences that extend children's learning.  The childminder demonstrates a sound understanding of the importance of giving children plenty of opportunities to be active and to enjoy a healthy lifestyle. She prepares a range of well balanced meals, provides plenty of opportunities to play outdoors and walks with them to and from school.  The childminder exhibits a secure understanding of her behaviour policy. She focuses

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The provision does not meet requirements

on teaching children about sharing, working together and embedding good manners.  The childminder shows a secure understanding of what she would do and who to contact if she has a concern about a child in her care.  The childminder is not clear about the procedure she would follow if there is an allegation made about a member of her household, therefore safeguarding is not effective.

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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

 ensure a policy is in place for of the action to be taken in the event of an allegation against a member of the household 14/10/2016

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Due Date

 ensure that a written statement of procedures to be followed for the protection of children, intended to safeguard the children being cared for from abuse or neglect is in place and includes what to do in the event there is an allegation against a member of the household (Compulsory Childcare Register) 14/10/2016

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Due Date

 ensure that a written statement of procedures to be followed for the protection of children, intended to safeguard the children being cared for from abuse or neglect is in place and includes what to do in the event there is an allegation against a member of the household (Voluntary Childcare Register). 14/10/2016

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Inspection activities

 The inspector had a tour of the premises and looked at the resources available for children.  The inspector looked at and discussed relevant documentation including key policies and procedures with the childminder.  The inspector discussed the learning and development requirements with the childminder.  The inspector checked evidence of suitability of the childminder and other adults living in the household and evidence of qualifications including a current paediatric first aid certificate.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 953205 Local authority Durham Inspection number 1056089 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 24 March 2016

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2001 and lives in Chester-le-Street, County Durham. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, 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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