Childminder in Darlington

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder does not have a current paediatric first-aid certificate or public liability insurance. n The childminder fully understands her responsibilities with regards to child protection. She has a good knowledge of the possible signs and indicators that a child may be at risk of harm. This includes what might alert her to a child being drawn into situations that put them in danger. n The premises are safe and suitable for childcare purposes. They are secure and maintained to a high level. The childminder understands the importance of conducting ongoing risk assessments on and off the premises. Play areas, both inside and outdoors, are very well equipped. n The childminder is able to demonstrate a good understanding of how to manage children's behaviour. She describes how she takes a calm, positive approach. This supports children to learn the importance of being kind and following the rules of the setting.

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n The childminder is committed to providing an inclusive welcoming environment for all. She is keen to raise children's appreciation of others. She does this through being a positive role model for the children in her care and by providing a wide range of activities, both in her setting and in the local community. n The childminder has a good understanding of the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage. She has procedures in place to help her consider how children are developing so that she can support them to make progress. This includes completing the progress check for children aged between two and three years. n The childminder fully recognises the importance of working closely with parents to ensure children's needs are met. She has procedures in place to ensure they are fully informed of, and involved in, their child's learning. She has built strong working relationships with other early years providers to enable her to offer a

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This provision does not meet requirements

wider range of learning opportunities for children.

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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

complete paediatric first-aid training 02/09/2021

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Due date

obtain appropriate insurance. 02/09/2021

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY556985 Local authority Darlington Inspection number 10175100 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 Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018 and in lives in Middleton St George, Darlington. She cares for children 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 provider received since the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in her evaluation of the provider. n The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of the childminder and household members. 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 and discussed the childminder's policies, procedures and documents.

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Inspection activities

5 August 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

5 August 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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