Childminder in Newcastle upon Tyne

Inspection date 18 July 2019 Previous inspection date 30 June 2016

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands how to assess children's progress, plan for their future learning and provide experiences that they enjoy. She knows how to gather information on what children know and can do when they start at the setting to help plan future support. The childminder knows how to plan a broad range of activities to support children's progress and prepare them for the next stages in their learning. n The childminder is knowledgeable about how to protect children from harm. She knows how to recognise and respond to any child protection concerns. The childminder keeps her home clean, secure and inviting. She knows how to keep children safe as they go about their daily routine. n The childminder understands the value of working in partnership with parents and other professionals. She knows the importance of providing continuity of support for children's learning and development. n The childminder shares ideas with other childminders and uses training to keep her

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skills and knowledge up to date. She understands the importance of offering an inclusive service to meet the needs of the children in her care. n The childminder reflects on the quality of her practice and has addressed the recommendations raised at her last inspection. She understands the value of seeking the views of parents, children and others to help her continuously improve the service she offers.

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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

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This provision meets requirements

n The inspector checked that the premises are suitable to educate and care for children. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she meets the care, learning and development needs of children. n The inspector discussed with the childminder her understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's suitability to care for children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 318804 Local authority Newcastle upon Tyne Inspection number 10064894 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 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1 Date of previous inspection 30 June 2016

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The childminder registered in 1992 and lives in Kingston Park, Newcastle upon Tyne. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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