Childminder in Newcastle upon Tyne

Inspection date 25 March 2019 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder knows how to protect children. She demonstrates an understanding of safeguarding and the signs that would concern her about the welfare of a child. The childminder is aware of the procedures to follow when reporting any concerns. n The childminder's home is safe and secure. She carries out risk assessments and safety checks in her home to help to minimise hazards to children. The childminder has a range of resources appropriate for all ages of children. n The childminder understands how children learn and develop. She describes how she uses observations of children's learning and plans for what they need to learn next. The childminder explains how she supports children and helps them to make progress in their learning. n The childminder understands the need to work in partnership with parents and other professionals involved in children's care. She recognises the need to work with other

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settings that children also attend to help support continuity in care for children. n The childminder knows how to meet children's individual needs. She gathers information when children first start and provides support to help them to settle. The childminder offers flexible settling-in procedures for children. n The childminder understands how to manage children's behaviour. She recognises the need to teach children to be independent and to help them to develop their confidence and self-esteem. The childminder is aware of the importance of preparing children for the next stage in their learning, including their move on to school. n The childminder recognises the importance of teaching children about good hygiene and following a healthy diet. She provides children with regular opportunities to be active outside in the fresh air and visits in the local community. n The childminder is committed to improving the quality of her setting and understands

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the importance of keeping her knowledge and training up to date. She describes how she evaluates her practice and makes plans for improvement, seeking the views of parents and children.

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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 discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder and how she will keep children safe. n The inspector looked at policies and documents the childminder will use when caring

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for children. n The inspector observed areas that will be used by children along with furniture, equipment and toys that are used for childminding.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY540360 Local authority Newcastle upon Tyne Inspection number 10093760 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 0 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Fawdon, Newcastle upon Tyne. She operates all year round from 7am to 6.30pm, Monday to Saturday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate childcare 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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