Childminder in Darlington

Inspection date 26 February 2019 Previous inspection date 14 June 2016

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has attended training courses to update her knowledge of childcare. She identifies how these will impact on her practice and children's progress. The chilminder reflects on her practice and identifies strengths and areas for development. n The childminder has a strong knowledge and understanding of how to provide children with a range of interesting learning opportunities to support their learning and development needs. She talks confidently about how she uses observation, planning and assessments to promote children's future learning. n The childminder has a secure knowledge of child protection procedures and fully understands her responsibility to protect the welfare of children in her care. n The childminder describes the appropriate methods that she uses for engaging parents and encouraging them to share what they know about their child. She recognises the importance of finding out about children's care routines when children start attending.

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This provision meets requirements

The childminder explains the sound practices she adopts to keep parents informed of children's achievements. n The childminder demonstrates a very good understanding of how to promote children's emotional well-being and help them to form secure attachments. She demonstrates how she intends to provide children with daily opportunities for fresh air and exercise. n The childminder holds public liability insurance and a current paediatric first-aid certificate. All relevant policies and procedures are in place and reviewed.

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This 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. Inspection activities n The inspector had a tour of the premises. n The inspector discussed with the childminder her knowledge and understanding of the requirements of the early years foundation stage. n The inspector discussed with the childminder her understanding of safeguarding procedures. n The inspector checked the suitability of all relevant members of the household n The inspector viewed a range of documents, including policies and certificates.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY429138 Local authority Darlington Inspection number 10062421 Type of provision Childminder

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Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 5 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5 Date of previous inspection 14 June 2016

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The childminder registered in 2011 and lives in Darlington. She operates all year round from 7am 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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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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