Childminder EY474318

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 20 January 2017 Not applicable

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder understands child protection issues. He knows the signs and indicators that would cause him to be concerned about a child's welfare. He has procedures in place to follow and report these. He fully understands his role to protect children and undertakes regular training to update his knowledge.  The childminder understands his responsibility to promote children's learning and development. He discusses the appropriate arrangements he plans to take, in order to observe and assess children's interests and abilities. This includes planning for their future learning.  The childminder's home is welcoming, safe and secure. He has an extensive range of toys and resources to capture children's interest and to help them progress in all areas of learning. Good standards of hygiene are maintained in all areas used for childcare.  The childminder understands how to promote children's well-being. He shows an

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The provision meets requirements

awareness of how to help children build positive relationships with others, make choices and be independent. He also understands how to positively manage children's behaviour.  The childminder explains how he plans to work with parents and relevant professionals. He understands the importance of gaining and sharing information to support children's well-being and promote continuity in their learning.  The childminder understands the importance of evaluating his practice and provision. For example, he explains how he plans to gather the views of children and parents, in order to help him identify areas for improvement.  The childminder takes steps to continually develop his skills and knowledge. For example, he attends local authority training and shares good practice ideas with other childminders.

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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 the childminder's understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements, and the systems he has in place to help keep children safe.  The inspector talked to the childminder about his understanding of the learning and development requirements.  The inspector looked at and discussed policies, procedures and documentation the childminder will use when caring for children.  The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's qualifications and evidence of the suitability of all adult household members.  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 EY474318 Local authority Durham Inspection number 993695 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 registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2014 and lives in Willington. The childminder operates all year round, from 8am to 8pm on 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

procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children’s services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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