Childminder in Redcar and Cleveland

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands how to provide a broad, balanced curriculum for children to make good progress. She knows how to focus her teaching to support children to build secure foundations for future learning and to prepare them to start school. n The childminder has maintained her first-aid qualifications and accesses a range of professional development opportunities. She has good relationships with other professionals who work with children and with her local authority advisor. n The childminder understands how to identify, record and report concerns about children's welfare. She regularly refreshes her understanding of child protection and maintains an up-to-date policy to safeguard children. She knows what to do if an allegation is made against herself or a household member. n Settling-in procedures are flexible. The childminder recognises the importance of gathering detailed information about children before they start. This helps her to

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This provision meets requirements

meet any specific care and learning needs effectively. n The childminder understands how to help children develop strong personal, social and emotional skills. She discusses how she manages children's behaviour positively and consistently. The childminder recognises the importance of teaching children how to keep themselves safe. n The childminder discusses how she promotes children's good health and independence. She provides a healthy menu for meals and snacks and talks about how children brush their teeth as part of their daily routine. n The childminder knows how to develop and maintain effective partnerships with parents and families. Although there were no children present at the inspection, parents left positive feedback for the childminder. They are very happy with the care their children receive and state that feel 'They are happy and safe in the childminder's care.'

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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 EY501044 Local authority Redcar and Cleveland Inspection number 10351109 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 5 Date of previous inspection 8 October 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Redcar. She operates all year round from 7.30am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed the indoor and outdoor areas intended to be used by children. 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 relevant documentation, such as suitability checks and training certificates.

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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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