Brown, Leigh Elizabeth

Inspection date 1 July 2019 Previous inspection date 23 February 2016

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a poor understanding of safeguarding issues. She does not ensure the safe use of mobile phones and cameras in the setting and has a poor understanding of wider safeguarding issues, including knowledge of the 'Prevent' duty guidance. This does not help to keep children safe. n The childminder does not have an up-to-date safeguarding policy in place. She has not ensured her safeguarding policy is line with the local safeguarding procedures, including the steps to follow in the event of an allegation being made against her. n Although the childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents, she does not ensure confidentiality is maintained at all times. She does not consider the impact of sharing confidential information with those who do not need to know, particularly in regard to the use of social media. This is a breach of requirements. n Although the childminder has a wide range of resources available, she does not

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This provision does not meet requirements

demonstrate a good understanding of the learning and development requirements. She does not demonstrate how she intends to accurately plan, observe and identify what children need to learn next in order to make the best possible progress. n Although qualified, the childminder does not have a secure understanding of the requirement to complete the progress check for children aged between two and three years and what this needs to include. n The childminder is aware of her responsibility to ensure children develop an awareness of how to lead a healthy lifestyle. For example, she demonstrates knowledge of the importance of promoting suitable hygiene practices and providing children with regular physical activities, including taking children on regular outings. n The childminder does not swiftly address weaknesses in her practice. She does not seek ways to further her knowledge.

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This 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 Childcare Register the provider must: Due date ensure the safeguarding policy is in line with the Local Safeguarding Children Board procedures and outlines the steps to follow in the event of an allegation being made against the childminder and to include the safe use of mobile phones and cameras in the setting 19/07/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

update safeguarding knowledge to include an understanding of wider safeguarding issues and the 'Prevent' duty guidance and the procedure to follow in the event of an allegation 19/07/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

ensure confidentiality is maintained at all times, particularly regarding the use of social media, and update policies and practices to reflect this 19/07/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

improve understanding of the learning and development requirements and how to plan to help support children to make the best possible progress 19/07/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

improve knowledge of the requirement to complete the progress check for children aged between two and three years. 19/07/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

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 policies and procedures with the childminder and viewed documentation that she will use when caring for children. n The inspector had a tour of the areas of the premises used by children and discussed the equipment and toys available. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder and took account of the suitability checks for persons living in the household.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 312393 Local authority South Tyneside Inspection number 10114178 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 8 - 14 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8 Date of previous inspection 23 February 2016

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Registers

The childminder registered in 1996 and lives in Hebburn. 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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