Childminder EY400343

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 22 November 2017 16 June 2016

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder has limited knowledge of assessment procedures to support children's learning and assess their progress over time. She has insufficient knowledge of the requirements of the progress check for children aged between two and three years. She is unable to ensure that children are well supported if their progress is less than expected.  The childminder has not kept up to date with recent legislation or guidance, such as 'Prevent' duty, in a timely enough way.  The childminder has improved her knowledge of the areas of learning and development and how children learn in different ways. She demonstrates a keen attitude to increase her skills further to raise the quality of her provision to a higher level.  The childminder describes how she plans to provide a suitable range of activities to help children gain skills, such as counting, reading and writing, in readiness for school.  The childminder has knowledge of some safeguarding procedures. She knows who to

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The provision does not meet requirements

contact to share any concerns regarding children's welfare.

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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

 develop knowledge and understanding of the use of observation, assessment and the requirements of the progress check for children aged between two and three years 27/12/2017

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Due Date

 improve knowledge and understanding of recent changes to safeguarding legislation and keep up to date with new initiatives. 20/12/2017

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Inspection activities

 The inspector had a tour of the premises.  The inspector discussed with the childminder her knowledge and understanding of the requirements of the early years foundation stage.  The inspector discussed with the childminder her understanding of safeguarding procedures.  The inspector checked the suitability of all relevant members of the household.  The inspector viewed a range of documents, such as policies and procedures.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY400343 Local authority Sunderland Inspection number 1054330 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 16 June 2016

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2009 and lives in the Grindon area of Sunderland. She operates all year round, from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. 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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