Childminder in Darlington

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands the importance of providing a welcoming and well- organised environment for children. She describes the different types of resources and activities she intends to provide for children of different ages to support their development across all areas of learning. n The childminder understands the possible signs and symptoms of abuse. She explains the procedures to follow if she has concerns about a child's welfare and understands how to help keep children safe from extreme views and behaviours. The childminder updates her safeguarding training regularly. n The childminder describes how she works in partnership with parents. She knows to obtain information about children before they start to attend her setting in order to plan for their learning from the beginning. n The childminder is aware of her role in working closely with other providers to help her to establish continuity for children's care and development.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a commitment to improving the quality of her provision. She recognises the importance of continuous professional development and reflecting on her practice to enhance the service she provides. n The childminder talks about how she teaches children to be respectful and considerate towards other children and adults. She describes how she supports children to manage their own behaviour and to consider how their behaviour may impact on other children and adults. n The importance of supporting children's health and well-being is explained by the childminder. She is aware of her responsibility to provide children with a safe and secure environment in which to play. n The childminder demonstrates how she will help children to develop the skills they need for increasing their independence.

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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 301034 Local authority Darlington Inspection number 10116986 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 7 to 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection 15 April 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1990 and lives in Darlington. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, 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 the suitability of the areas of the home to be used for childminding. n The inspector discussed the childminder's understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to support children's learning and development and assess their progress. n The inspector discussed policies and procedures with the childminder and viewed documentation she will use when caring for children. n The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of all members of the household aged over 16 years.

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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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