Childminder in Darlington

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a clear understanding of how to safeguard children. She knows how to identify signs and symptoms of abuse and is aware of how to make a referral, if she is concerned about a child's welfare. n The childminder has a suitable understanding of child development and describes how she will approach her teaching. She intends to offer a range of experiences to support children in their learning. n The childminder is aware of how to use observations and assessments to measure how well children are progressing. She understands her responsibility to complete a progress check for children aged between two and three years. The childminder describes how she will use the information from her assessments to help plan further challenging activities, based on children's ongoing interests. n The childminder has a clear understanding of how keep children healthy and support their physical well-being. She describes how to provide nutritious food,

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taking into account any specific dietary needs. She values the importance of outdoor play and knows how to provide children with regular access to fresh air and exercise. n The childminder shows that she knows how to promote children's emotional well-being. She talks about a range of appropriate ways to manage their behaviour. She intends to remind children to use good manners. n The childminder recognises the importance of forming close working relationships with parents. She will use a variety of ways to tell parents about their children's achievements and about their progress. n The childminder understands the need to work in partnership with other carers and staff from childcare settings and schools. She knows to share information with them about children's learning and development. n The childminder explains how she will gather the views of parents and children to help identify and address areas for improvement.

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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 EY434965 Local authority Darlington Inspection number 10117151 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 1 to 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5 Date of previous inspection 16 March 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2011 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 has qualified teacher status.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector checked all areas of the premises where childcare is provided and discussed the equipment and toys available. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes and carry out observation, assessment and planning. n The childminder discussed policies and procedures with the inspector, who also viewed documentation to be used when caring for children. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder and examined the suitability checks of all adults living in the household. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she works in partnership with parents, carers and schools to support children's learning. n The childminder's self-evaluation was discussed.

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Inspection activities

11 December 2019 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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11 December 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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