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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Childminder in Sunderland

Inspected 9 May 2023 · published 2 Jun 2023 · URN 305541

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  • Inspection date verified

    9 May 2023

  • Inspectors verified

    Lynne Pope

  • Overall effectivenesssingle source

    Met

  • Previous overall verified

    Not met

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder report

  • URN verified

    305541

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  • OverallMet

90% of comparable inspections in the last three years were graded Met (3,163 inspections).

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  • Findings5w−50
  • What needs to improve468w+14

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Pages
5
Words of findings
465
longer than usual (typical 350)
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Fairly hard
Flesch 54, typical 47
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16 words
Next steps
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Findings 1%What needs to improve 54%About the inspection 46%

Full report text

Met

Previous inspection Not Met (enforcement)

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a clear knowledge of how to keep children safe. Since the last inspection, the childminder has developed her knowledge and understanding to address the areas of weakness identified. For example, she has completed a first-aid training course, so that she knows what to do should a child have an accident. The childminder has attended safeguarding training and now understands the local reporting procedures. She also understands what she would do if there was an allegation against herself or a family member. n Through discussion, the childminder shows a secure understanding of the learning and development requirements. The childminder knows how to observe, assess and plan to support children's ongoing progress. She keeps her knowledge updated, such as reading books about how to develop children's literacy skills. n The childminder knows how to create a safe and welcoming environment for

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This provision meets requirements

children. She has a good range of toys and resources that she sets out for children each day. The childminder explains the types of activities she will provide to cover all areas of learning. She understands how to build on what children already know and can do, so that they can achieve the key skills they need for school readiness. n The childminder understands how to manage children's behaviour. She explains how she will support children to take account of others. She would intervene should children have a disagreement and help them to understand the consequences of what they are doing. n The childminder understands the importance of encouraging children to adopt a healthy lifestyle. This is through healthy eating, being physically active and spending time outdoors. She explains that children would have access to the back garden, and they would take regular walks to the local park and beach. n The childminder knows how to gain information from parents to enable her to

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This provision meets requirements

support children's individual care when they first start. She states that she would discuss children's progress with parents and take account of their suggestions for their child's development. n The childminder discusses how she creates an inclusive environment. She understands how to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. She states that she would make sure every child could access her provision and enjoy the experiences she offers.

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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 305541 Local authority Sunderland Inspection number 10279599 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 2 Date of previous inspection 18 November 2022

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1995. She lives in Sunderland, Tyne and Wear. The childminder operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder showed the inspector around areas of her home that will be used by children. n The inspector reviewed documents. These included the childminder's professional 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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Inspection activities

9 May 2023 9 May 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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