Childminder EY280938

Inspection date 2 August 2019 Previous inspection date 25 June 2015

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates an understanding of how to assess children's progress, plan for their future learning and provide activities that they enjoy. She recognises the importance of working with parents to make sure that children's needs are fully met. n The childminder is knowledgeable about how to protect children from harm. She ensures that her safeguarding training and practice are up to date. The childminder understands the procedures she needs to follow to report any concerns or allegations to the relevant authorities. She holds a valid first-aid certificate. n The childminder explains how she will encourage children to follow healthy lifestyles. She discusses the importance of providing children with nutritious snacks and meals, and regular opportunities to be active outside in the fresh air. n The childminder knows how to provide an inclusive environment where all children are valued and encouraged to respect each other's differences.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands how to positively manage children's behaviour. She recognises the need to teach children to be independent and to help them develop their confidence. n The childminder acknowledges the benefits of reviewing her setting. She is aware of how to reflect on the quality of her practice and evaluate her setting. The childminder ensures that she keeps her knowledge up to date and understands the importance of professional development. n The childminder understands the need for working in partnership with other settings that children also attend to help support continuity in care and learning.

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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 viewed the areas of the premises the childminder will use when caring for children and discussed the equipment and toys she intends to use. 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 childminder's understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The inspector looked at policies and documents the childminder will use when caring for children. She checked evidence of the suitability of all persons living on the premises.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY280938 Local authority Newcastle upon Tyne Inspection number 10117066 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 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1 Date of previous inspection 25 June 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2004 and lives in Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne. She operates during school term time from 7.45am to 9am and 3pm to 5.30pm, Monday to Thursday, except for bank holidays. During the school holidays, the childminder operates from 7.45am to 5.30pm, Monday to Thursday. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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Registers

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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