Childminder in Durham

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder has a poor knowledge and understanding of the requirements set out in the Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage. She has repeatedly failed to meet a number of legal requirements, which also relate to the requirements of the Childcare Register. This compromises children's safety and welfare. n The childminder does not have a valid paediatric first-aid training certificate. This compromises her ability to respond to accidents and injuries that children may suffer while in her care. 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. She is also unfamiliar with how to identify and protect children from extreme views and behaviours. Consequently, she may not be able respond in a timely and appropriate way to ensure children are kept safe. n The childminder does not keep the required information about each child in her

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This provision does not meet requirements

care to ensure their safety and welfare. Additionally, she does not keep a daily record of the times of children's attendance. n The childminder has a very limited knowledge of the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage. This impacts on her ability to be able to provide a broad curriculum to support children's individual needs. n The childminder takes steps to ensure that potential hazards in the home are identified and minimises these. She understands the importance of teaching children good-hygiene routines and eating nutritious foods to promote their health. n The childminder demonstrates an understanding of the requirement to manage children's behaviour in a positive manner.

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This provision does not meet requirements

There were no children in the early years age range 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 early years 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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The provision is not meeting requirements and Ofsted intends to take

We intend to take steps to cancel registration.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2502629 Local authority Durham Inspection number 10201305 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2 Date of previous inspection 15 June 2021

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018 and lives in Bishop Auckland. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays.

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Inspection activities

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 provided. n The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of the childminder.

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Inspection activities

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

16 November 2021 16 November 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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