Childminder in Darlington

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a sound understanding of her roles and responsibilities in safeguarding children. She is aware of the potential signs and symptoms that a child may be at risk of harm. She talks about other possible risks, such as exposure to extreme views. The childminder knows how to refer any concerns about children's welfare to the appropriate agencies. n The childminder understands the importance of minimising hazards in her home and on outings to ensure children are safe and secure. She is clear about her role in teaching children how to manage their own safety. For example, she intends that children help to tidy away resources after activities and follow rigorous hygiene routines. n The childminder explains why she needs to know children in her care well. She values strong relationships with children and the development of their emotional well-being. She discusses how she will help children to develop their

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independence and self-confidence in readiness for nursery and school. n Working in partnership with parents to support children's care and learning is important to the childminder. She plans to keep parents fully informed about their children's experiences and their learning and development. This includes providing ideas to support children's continued learning at home. n The childminder shows an understanding of how to support children to gain the necessary skills for the next stage of their learning. She identifies what children must learn to become independent, such as in self-care. She recognises when children require additional help with their development and the need to work closely with other professionals. n The childminder identifies clear strategies to manage children's behaviour. She describes how to provide children with clear boundaries and expectations. She values providing opportunities for children to socialise with each other.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder wants children in her care to follow healthy lifestyles and make healthy choices, such as by choosing from a range of fruits at snack time. She describes how she will provide daily opportunities for children to exercise outside, with suitable clothing, in all weathers. n The childminder understands that reflecting on her practice will help her to improve her childminding service. She intends to keep her professional development programme updated, to help develop her skills further and keep children safe.

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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 EY423520 Local authority Darlington Inspection number 10235515 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 18 Date of previous inspection 9 March 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2011 and lives in Darlington. She operates from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, during term time only. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since the COVID- 19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken this into account. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and talked about how she ensures they are suitable and safe for children. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she plans to deliver the learning and development programme for children. n The inspector sampled relevant documentation, including evidence of the suitability of adults living at the premises.

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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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