Childminder in North Tyneside

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder describes how she will support children's learning. She talks confidently about helping children of different ages to develop strong communication skills. Using techniques such as modelling language, the childminder explains how she will help children to build and extend their vocabulary. n The childminder demonstrates extensive knowledge in helping children to develop their early writing skills. She talks confidently about providing opportunities for children to develop their large-muscle skills. For example, she will provide rolls of paper, so children can use their whole arm movements to make marks using pens or paint. n Through discussion, the childminder describes how she will help children to develop confidence in their social skills. She discusses how she will help children to interact with other children and adults, through accessing provision, such as stay-and-play sessions.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder describes how she will help children to develop independence in preparation for the next stages in their learning, including school. She will help children with skills, including independent toileting and putting on their own clothing and shoes. n The childminder talks about how she will help children to understand the importance of living a healthy lifestyle. She describes how children will have access to fresh, nutritious food within her home and how she will share with parents her policy on limiting sugar in children's diet. n Through discussion, the childminder explains how she will support children's behaviour. She describes how she will manage any changes in children's behaviour, using strategies including talking to children to help them to communicate their feeling or needs. n The childminder discusses how she keeps up to date with safeguarding practices. For example, she receives email updates from her local authority to

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This provision meets requirements

keep abreast of any changes in their procedures. The childminder talks confidently about how she will be alert to any safeguarding concern about a child she may have in her care. She describes who she would contact, to share this information with professionals in her local area.

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This provision meets 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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Setting details

Unique reference number 2598130 Local authority North Tyneside Inspection number 10251484 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 2020 and lives in the Cullercoats area of North Tyneside. She operates all year round from 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, all year round. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 6.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider received since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable. n The childminder and the inspector completed a learning walk together. The childminder discussed how she intends to support children's learning and development. n The childminder discussed with the inspector how she intends to safeguard children and keep them safe while in her care.

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Inspection activities

4 November 2022 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

4 November 2022 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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