Childminder in Darlington

Not met (enforcement)

Previous inspection Not Met (with actions)

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder has insufficient knowledge of the requirements set out in the 'Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage'. Consequently, she is not meeting a number of legal requirements, which also relate to the requirements of the Childcare Register. n The childminder has failed to take steps to ensure that all people aged 16 years or over, who live or work on domestic premises where childcare takes place, are suitable to be in contact with children. n The childminder does not have a secure understanding of the signs and indicators that a child may be at risk of abuse and neglect. Consequently, she may not be able respond in a timely and appropriate way to ensure that children are kept safe. The childminder also failed to meet this requirement at her last inspection. n The details available to parents about how to contact Ofsted if they believe the childminder is not meeting the early years foundation stage requirements are

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This provision does not meet requirements

incorrect. n The childminder has limited knowledge of the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage, including the requirement to undertake a progress check for children aged between two and three years. This impacts on her ability to promote children's development across the seven areas of learning to meet their individual needs. n Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates an understanding of how to make sure her premises are safe. She assesses her home for risks and implements good hygiene routines to promote children's health. n The childminder demonstrates a sound understanding of how to manage children's behaviour and raise their self-esteem. She talks about doing this in a positive, constructive and inclusive way. The childminder recognises the need to teach children to be tolerant, kind and respectful. n The childminder understands the importance of building good relationships with

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This provision does not meet requirements

parents to promote children's well-being.

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This provision does not meet 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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Due date

ensure that information is provided to Ofsted and that Disclosure and Barring Service checks are completed so that a decision about suitability can be made for all household members who have reached 16 years of age 21/07/2021

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ensure that knowledge of safeguarding issues is up to date, including having regard to the government's statutory guidance, in order to be able to respond in a timely and appropriate way to signs of possible abuse and neglect 21/07/2021

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make the correct details about how to contact Ofsted available to parents and/or carers should they believe the provider is not meeting the early years foundation stage requirements. 21/07/2021

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develop an understanding of the learning and development requirements, as set out in the 'Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage', in order to be able to promote the learning and development of all children 21/07/2021

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Due date

develop knowledge and understanding of the progress check for children aged between two and three years, in order to ensure that this is undertaken as part of effective assessment arrangements. 21/07/2021

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY415738 Local authority Darlington Inspection number 10193732 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 29 June 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2010 and lives in Darlington. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since the COVID- 19 (coronavirus) pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in her evaluation of the setting. n The inspector discussed the childminder's understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements, and the systems she has in place to help keep children safe. n The inspector talked to the childminder about her understanding of the learning and development requirements. n The inspector looked at the areas of the premises where childcare is to be provided and the resources that are available to promote children's learning. n The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of the childminder.

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Inspection activities

17 June 2021 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

17 June 2021 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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