Childminder in North Tyneside

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder has not taken steps to keep her knowledge of safeguarding fully up to date. She is able to talk about some aspects of neglect and abuse, and she knows who to contact if she is concerned about a child's welfare. However, her knowledge of the wide range of potential risks to children is limited. She has a weak understanding of the 'Prevent duty guidance for England and Wales'. n Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates how she would, generally, help children to learn through play. However, she has not maintained her knowledge of how to provide an effective early years curriculum that helps children to make progress across all areas of learning. n The childminder has an appropriate first-aid qualification, however, she has not ensured there is an appropriate first-aid box available with suitable contents for use with children. n The childminder talks about how she wants the best for all children. She explains

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that she will ask children and parents for ideas and suggestions to build on her practice. She will plan activities that children are interested in to encourage their involvement and eagerness to learn. n The childminder understands how to manage children's behaviour. She describes how she will support children to discuss and understand their feelings, and to think about the impact their actions have on others. n Through discussion, the childminder shares her inclusive approach. She explains that she will ensure that her provision is sensitive to the needs and beliefs of all children and families. For example, she has a range of books and toys that reflect a range of cultures, traditions and religious beliefs. n The childminder explains how she will promote children's good health. She acknowledges the importance of fresh air and exercise and plans to take children on walks to local parks, forests and play areas. She discusses providing

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snacks, such as fresh fruit, and teaching children about a healthy and balanced attitude towards nutrition. n Partnerships with parents are important to the childminder. She explains how she will share information with them, for example, by using electronic messaging to keep them informed about their child's day.

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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 of how to identify and respond to signs of possible neglect and abuse, including an understanding of the 'Prevent' duty guidance for England and Wales 31/03/2023

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Due date

improve knowledge of how to plan and implement an ambitious curriculum to ensure children make progress across all areas of learning 31/03/2023

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Due date

ensure there is a first-aid box accessible at all times with appropriate content for use with children. 31/03/2023

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Setting details

Unique reference number 309984 Local authority North Tyneside Inspection number 10276229 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 1 Date of previous inspection 6 July 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1993 and lives in Wallsend, North Tyneside. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, 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 has 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 setting. n The inspector viewed areas of the premises used for childminding. n The childminder talked about how she supports children's learning and development. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to meet the safeguarding and welfare requirements when minding children.

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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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