Childminder in Durham

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder has insufficient knowledge and understanding of child protection and safeguarding issues. Although she has recently attended a child protection course, she does not implement effective policies and procedures. In addition, she does not have a good understanding of the action to take, should an allegation be made against her or a family member. Despite this, the childminder is able to explain some of the signs and symptoms that would indicate that a child may be at risk of harm. n The childminder has a clear understanding of how children learn and develop. She discusses how she will use regular observations and assessments to identify what children know and can do. The childminder has a good understanding of how to complete the two-year progress check for children. n The childminder explains how she will plan a broad curriculum to support children's development. She describes how she will provide a suitable range of

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experiences that cover all areas of learning. She has a good range of toys and resources that are easily accessible for children. n The childminder understands the importance of developing relationships with parents. She describes how she has used photos and observations in the past to share children's learning with parents. n The childminder shows an understanding of how to support children to be healthy. For instance, she explains how she will work with parents to provide healthy lunches. The childminder discusses how she will encourage children to make healthy choices for snacks. She explains the importance of providing regular opportunities for children to play outdoors. n The childminder has a good understanding of how to manage children's behaviour. She explains how she will discuss the 'house rules' with children. The childminder describes how she will use praise and encouragement to support children to behave well. The childminder describes how she will work with

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parents, should any behaviour issues arise. n The childminder discusses how she will help children prepare for their next stage of learning. For instance, she describes how she will support children to develop their independence, confidence and self-care skills.

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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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Due date

improve knowledge and understanding of policies and procedures to follow in the event of an allegation being made against any person working with children or living on the premises. 06/04/2023

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Setting details

Unique reference number 313817 Local authority Durham Inspection number 10276722 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 6 Date of previous inspection 31 July 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1982 and is located in Burnopfield. She operates her provision all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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 her evaluation of the childminder. n The inspector viewed areas of the home used for childminding. She talked with the childminder about the resources and equipment she will use when caring for children and viewed some of these. n The inspector and childminder discussed the learning and development requirements within the early years foundation stage. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about her knowledge and understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The inspector looked at policies and documents used by the childminder when caring for children.

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Inspection activities

9 March 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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Inspection activities

9 March 2023 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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