Childminder, Out-of school day care in Newcastle upon Tyne

This provision meets requirements

Children enjoy the time that they spend after school with this warm and caring childminder. They are very settled in her care. Children enter happily, place their belongings into their individual basket and settle straight to playing with their favourite activities. Children are engaged in their play. The childminder has lovely relationships with children. She sits on the floor and plays with them, encouraging them to extend their ideas. For example, when younger children play with a wooden train set, the childminder encourages them to work out which pieces will fit.

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This provision meets requirements

The childminder has clear expectations for children's behaviour. She sensitively reminds them of how to behave. Children listen to the childminder and each other. They follow instructions well. Younger children happily tidy up their toys when they are finished playing without prompting. They remind each other that 'sharing is caring'. Older children are kind to younger children and involve them in their play. They enjoy colouring, writing and using stencils. This gives children opportunities to practise the skills which they are learning at school.

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This provision meets requirements

The childminder recognises the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on some children's experiences. For instance, she makes sure that children have opportunities to be out in the local community. Children enjoy visiting the local park on their way home for school. This helps them to develop their physical skills and be out on the fresh air.

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need to do better?

n The childminder collects information from parents when their children first start. This helps her to provide activities which interest children and meet their care needs. The childminder makes sure that she speaks to parents at the end of the day to tell them about their children's day. n Parents are very positive about the care which their children receive. They comment that she is like an extended family member and their children enjoy attending. Parents state that the childminder supports their children with their speech and social and emotional development particularly well. n The childminder listens to children's views and respects their opinions. Children confidently talk about their favourite activities. They hold lively conversations with each other. For example, children talk about the upcoming holidays and their birthday celebrations. n Children are motivated to take part in activities. They concentrate and try hard,

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such as when manipulating small beads to make pictures. Children are proud of their creations and demonstrate high levels of self-esteem. They are often so

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25 May 2023 engrossed in their play, that they do not want to leave the setting until they have finished their activity. n The childminder works closely with staff from the school which she collects children from. She shares information about children and passes on information to parents. This helps to provide continuity in care for children. Staff from the local school comment that the childminder is very supportive and attends school events with children. n The childminder takes account of children's views and opinions. She acts on their views to provide children's favourite activities and enhance her setting further. The childminder ensures that children's voices are heard in this setting. n The childminder makes sure that she keeps her knowledge up to date. She has attended all statutory training and keeps all required documentation in place. The childminder links with other professionals to support children with special

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educational needs and/or disabilities, when needed. n The childminder encourages children to develop their independence. Children know where to find their favourite toys and choose what they would like to play with. The childminder supports children to develop their self-care skills. Children use the toilet independently and know when to wash their hands. n The childminder takes children out on visits in the local community during the school holidays. Children visit the beach, parks and places of interest on the train. The childminder is mindful to provide resources and activities which reflect diversity in society. n The childminder provides snacks for children after school. She knows how to cater for children's dietary needs and any allergies. However, the childminder does not consistently support children to understand the benefits of a healthy and nutritious diet.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder checks the premises each day to make sure that they are safe for children to play in. She holds a valid first-aid certificate and knows how to treat minor accidents. Children play in a safe and secure environment. The childminder understands the signs and symptoms of abuse. She knows who to contact if she has a concern about children's welfare. Children learn how to keep themselves safe. For instance, the childminder teaches them about road safety on their walk home from school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 318730 Local authority Newcastle upon Tyne Inspection number 10288943 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 9 Date of previous inspection 7 November 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1990. She lives in Heaton, Newcastle upon Tyne. The childminder provides out-of-school care for children, all year round, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. During term time, she operates from 7.30am to 9am and 3.15pm to 6pm. During the school holidays, the childminder operates from 7.30am to 6pm. She holds an 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 setting. n The childminder showed the inspector around the areas of her home that children use. She talked about the resources and activities which she provides for children. n The inspector observed children's play during the inspection. n The provider held a meeting with the inspector. The inspector checked a range of documentation, including the childminder's qualifications and training records. n The inspector took account of the views of children spoken to during the inspection and parents' written views.

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25 May 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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