Childminder in Durham

Met

Previous inspection Not Met (with actions)

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a secure knowledge of safeguarding issues. She is clear about the local procedures to follow should she have concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder completes regular training and has a good understanding of current legislation. n The childminder explains how she plans effectively for children's individual learning needs. She is committed to providing an inclusive service. The childminder has undertaken further training to enhance her skills when supporting children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. n The childminder understands how to support children to manage their own behaviour and feelings. She regularly reflects on her routines and activities to ensure that children's emotional well-being and independence are supported at all times. n The childminder understands the importance of self-evaluation to support her to make ongoing improvements to the quality of her practice. She continually

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This provision meets requirements

develops her knowledge and skills and identifies precise areas for further improvement. n The childminder describes how she works with parents and other settings that children attend to support and extend children's learning. She exchanges information regularly to support continuity in children's progress and well-being. n The childminder's setting is safe, secure and welcoming. Children have access to a wide range of interesting resources and toys. The childminder discusses how she provides many opportunities for children to follow their interests as they lead their own play.

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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.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY303099 Local authority Durham Inspection number 10117082 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 6 to 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection 2 June 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2005 and lives in Lanchester, County Durham. She operates all year round from 7am to 7pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a childcare qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's qualifications and suitability. n The inspector looked at the policies and documents that the childminder will use. n The inspector viewed the areas of the home used for childminding. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder. n The inspector discussed the learning and development requirements with the childminder.

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Inspection activities

We carried out this inspection 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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Inspection activities

12 September 2019 regulates and inspects to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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