Childminder in North Tyneside

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has maintained a very good understanding of the requirements of the early years foundation stage. She has a professional and organised approach that helps her to ensure that all legal requirements for registration continue to be met. n The childminder has kept her knowledge of safeguarding up to date. She knows about the signs that can indicate that children may be at risk from harm, both in their home environment and in the wider community. She has clear and appropriate procedures to follow if she is worried about a child's welfare. n The childminder shares her vision for her curriculum. She explains how she will observe children to identify their interests and what they need to learn next. She discusses how she will plan activities that ignite children's interest and help them to learn more and remember more. n The childminder discusses the importance of maintaining good partnerships with

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parents and other professionals. She explains how she will share information with them about children's care and learning. She talks about providing a consistent and shared approach to help all children to make the best progress that they can. n Parents' and children's feedback is important to the childminder. She talks about how she will use their ideas and suggestions to build on her practice. For example, she shares plans to provide further resources, based on children's interests. Alongside this, she has plans to refresh some of her knowledge through, for example, relevant training courses and research. n The childminder talks about the importance of focusing on children's positive behaviour and offering them plenty of praise. She explains she will encourage children to learn how to manage their feelings and frustrations and to understand the impact they have on others. n Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates her inclusive approach. She

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explains that she will research different cultures and religions to ensure that her provision is sensitive to the needs and beliefs of all children and families. She will teach children to understand and value the similarities and differences between themselves and others. n The childminder discusses how she will promote children's good health. For instance, she discusses providing healthy snacks, such as fruit, and encouraging parents to provide a nutritious packed lunch for children. She acknowledges the importance of fresh air and exercise and plans to take children on walks to local parks, forests and play areas.

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This provision meets requirements

23 February 2023 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 EY282188 Local authority North Tyneside Inspection number 10229495 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 24 February 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2004 and lives in North Shields, Tyne and Wear. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She also provides overnight care. She holds an appropriate early years 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 that into account in their evaluation of the childminder. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how she will ensure they are safe and suitable. This included a discussion about safe sleeping arrangements for children and babies accessing overnight care. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder will organise and manage her early years provision. The childminder shared a range of documents to further demonstrate how she intends to operate. n The inspector discussed the childminder's processes for evaluating and improving her provision. n The childminder shared her intentions to provide a curriculum to support children's learning and development.

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Inspection activities

23 February 2023 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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