Childminder EY549026

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands how children learn and develop. She describes how she will observe children to plan for what they need to learn next. The childminder knows the importance of providing activities that follow children's interests. She has a range of resources that are appropriate for all ages of children. n The childminder discusses how she welcomes all children. She will encourage them to form secure relationships and be happy and secure in her setting. She describes how she will gather information when children first start and provide support to help them to settle. The childminder will offer flexible settling-in procedures for children. n The childminder understands her responsibilities to protect children. She has attended a wide variety of recent training to keep her knowledge of child protection up to date. The childminder is aware of procedures to follow if she has concerns about a child's welfare. Her home is safe and secure.

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n The childminder is aware of the importance of teaching children to be independent. She prepares them well for the next stage in their learning. She describes how she will encourage children to behave well by supporting them to listen, share, take turns and resolve their own conflicts. n The childminder discusses the importance of providing children with nutritious snacks and meals. She states she will provide regular opportunities for children to be active outdoors in the fresh air. The childminder talks about how she will offer children a range of visits, including going to museums, the beach and local groups. n The childminder understands the importance of working with parents and other professionals to make sure that children's needs are met. She has appropriate arrangements in place to find out about children's needs and to keep parents informed of their children's progress. n The childminder knows the benefits of keeping her knowledge and training up to

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date. She describes how she will evaluate her practice and make plans for improvement, seeking the views of parents and children.

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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 EY549026 Local authority North Tyneside Inspection number 10130878 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 to 0 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Whitley Bay, Tyne and Wear. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder offers care for children at weekends, on request. She holds an appropriate childcare qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed the areas of the premises that will be used by children and discussed the equipment and toys available. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to meet the care, learning and development needs of children. n The inspector discussed with the childminder her understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The inspector looked at a sample of documentation that the childminder will use when caring for children.

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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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10 December 2019 10 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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