Childminder in Stockton-on-Tees

Inspection date 16 August 2019 Previous inspection date 13 April 2015

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a thorough understanding of the early years foundation stage. She discusses how she intends to help all children make the best possible progress and has a wide selection of exciting resources. n The childminder knows how to gather information to help her meet children's individual care needs. She discusses how she intends to collect robust information from families to put plans in place to meet any specific needs. She prioritises children's health and emotional well-being. n The childminder has robust plans for monitoring and assessing the progress children make. She values the importance of working in partnership with parents and explains how she will involve them in children's care and learning. n The childminder has established effective partnerships with other professionals, such as teachers and local authority advisers. She is proactive in reflecting on her practice and continues to follow a highly effective programme of professional development.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder knows how to keep children safe and protect them from harm. She has robust procedures to follow if she has concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder discusses her procedures for medical emergencies and risk assessment.

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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 indoor and outdoor areas intended to be used by children. n The inspector and childminder discussed the resources and equipment intended to be used with children. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about her knowledge and understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, including evidence of suitability checks and training certificates.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 305796 Local authority Stockton-on-Tees Inspection number 10116996 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 3 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection 13 April 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 1999 and lives in the Fairfield area of Stockton-on-Tees. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a relevant qualification at level 4.

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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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