Childminder in Hartlepool

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder explains how she will plan an ambitious curriculum. She has a good knowledge of how to promote children's learning and development. The childminder discusses how she will use regular observations and assessments to identify what children know and can do. The childminder understands the importance of taking children's interests into account when planning activities. There is a wide range of suitable toys and resources available to motivate children to play and learn. n The childminder can describe the signs and symptoms that may indicate a child is at risk of harm. She knows how to identify and refer any concerns swiftly to the relevant agencies. The childminder has attended a child protection course and has effective policies and procedures in place. In addition, she has a good understanding of the action to take, should an allegation be made against her. n The childminder understands how to support children's communication and

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language development. She describes how she will use stories, songs and rhymes throughout her daily routine to encourage children's speaking and listening skills. n The childminder explains how she will use the local community, such as playgroups, the beach and parks, to develop children's awareness of the world around them. She discusses that she will use these opportunities to support children's physical development and social skills. n The childminder understands the importance of positive working relationships with parents and carers. She explains that she will share information about children's learning and development regularly. The childminder has a good understanding of how to complete the progress check for children aged between two and three years. She explains how she will share this with parents. n The childminder discusses the importance of working with other professionals. She discusses how she liaises regularly with the local school and nursery. The

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childminder explains how she visits the nursery with children when they are ready to move on to their next stage of learning, to support the transition process. n The childminder describes how she will promote children's positive behaviour. She explains that she will set high expectations for behaviour and support children to understand the 'house rules'. The childminder explains that she will encourage children to be kind to each another. The childminder discusses how she will use positive language to reward children's efforts and achievements. n The childminder explains how she will promote children's understanding of healthy lifestyles. She discusses how children will have regular opportunities to be active outside in the fresh air. The childminder describes the importance of providing children with healthy snacks. She explains how she will speak to parents about the importance of oral health. n The childminder understands the importance of maintaining her ongoing

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professional development. She has attended mandatory training and carries out independent reading to help to keep her knowledge and skills up to date.

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This provision meets requirements

10 February 2025 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 321662 Local authority Hartlepool Borough Inspection number 10372287 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 8 Date of previous inspection 10 April 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1993 and lives in Hartlepool. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 9am and 3pm to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a childcare qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector talked with the childminder about her understanding of the requirements for safeguarding and welfare and learning and development. n The inspector viewed areas of the home used for childminding. She talked with the childminder about the resources and equipment she will use when caring for children and viewed some of these. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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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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10 February 2025 10 February 2025 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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