Childminder in Darlington

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder understands the process for reporting concerns regarding a child's welfare and has the necessary contact details to do so. She ensures that she has an up-to-date knowledge of a range of safeguarding matters by accessing regular training. However, the childminder does not hold a current paediatric first-aid certificate or have public liability insurance, which are breaches of statutory requirements. n The childminder demonstrates that she understands child development and the seven areas of learning. She knows how to provide children with a wide range of activities and experiences. The childminder has systems in place to monitor children's progress. She is aware of her responsibility to complete a progress check for children when they are aged between two and three years. n The childminder explains how she will have high expectations for children's behaviour. She understands how to manage children's behaviour in a positive

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way. The childminder confidently explains how she will help children to develop positive relationships and help to prepare them for life in modern Britain. She describes how she will place a strong focus on ensuring that children learn about diversity and different communities and faiths. n The childminder explains how she will ensure that children's health and well- being are given the utmost priority. She describes how children will be supported to lead a healthy lifestyle, such as being physically active and eating a healthy diet. The childminder explains how she will help to prepare children for their move on to school by visits and sharing stories. n The childminder has a clear vision of how to work with parents. She explains how she will gather information from parents and other settings which children attend to promote continuity in their learning. n The childminder explains how she will evaluate the service which she provides.

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For example, she discusses how she will reflect on her practice and explore further training opportunities to ensure that her knowledge is kept up to date.

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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

make sure that appropriate insurance is in place 13/04/2023

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Due date

obtain an appropriate paediatric first-aid certificate. 13/04/2023

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2599404 Local authority Darlington Inspection number 10263165 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 0 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 Heighington, Darlington. She operates all year round, from 7am to 6.30pm on Monday to Thursday, and from 7am to 5pm on Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder 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 her evaluation of the childminder. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of those living in the premises. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intents to meet the safeguarding and welfare requirements when minding children. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the curriculum for children. n The inspector discussed the policies and procedures with the childminder and viewed documentation that she will use when caring for children.

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Inspection activities

13 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

13 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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