Childminder 975729

Not met (enforcement)

Previous inspection Requires improvement

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This provision does not meet requirements

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. Additionally, she does not have updated information about local child protection procedures. Consequently, she may not be able respond in a timely and appropriate way to ensure children are kept safe. 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 be able to promote children's development across the seven areas of learning to meet their individual needs. n The childminder understands the importance of building good working relationships with parents. She has systems in place to ensure information is gained so that she knows about children's care needs. n The premises are suitable for childcare and welcoming to children. Toys and

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This provision does not meet requirements

equipment are plentiful and of good quality. The childminder checks all areas to ensure they are safe for children. 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 by being a positive role model for the children in her care.

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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 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 02/09/2021

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Due date

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 02/09/2021

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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. 02/09/2021

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Setting details

Unique reference number 975729 Local authority Durham Inspection number 10128328 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 11 October 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1996. She lives in Easington Village, Peterlee. She operates all year round from 7am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder works with an assistant.

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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 have taken that into account in her evaluation of the provider. 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. 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.

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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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