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

This provision meets requirements

The childminder provides a welcoming, safe and supportive environment, where children can relax and play. Her cheery disposition contributes to the positive atmosphere and the fun that children have in her care. They show high levels of confidence and a strong sense of belonging. Measures to ensure children's well- being are comprehensive, with a strong emphasis on supporting children to take responsibility for their own safety. For example, the childminder teaches children safe ways to use child-friendly knives while they help to prepare their meal and about the importance of staying safe online.

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This provision meets requirements

Children show a keen interest in the appealing activities that the childminder provides. The childminder values their ideas and interests, and incorporates these into her planning. This motivates children to join in and they are consistently busy at play. The childminder takes account of what children are learning in school or nursery, as well as their individual interests, which complements their learning that happens in school. Children are curious and eager to explore and investigate. For example, they enjoy finding different bugs and marking how many they find on a chart.

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n The childminder displays children's artwork and photos of them engaged in activities within her home. Children enjoy talking about past activities and recalling the fun they have. This also helps to boost children's self-esteem and they show pride in their achievements. The childminder consistently offers children praise and encouragement. Children are keen to help, for example, by cleaning the table ready for tea. n Children help to create the 'happy house goals', which form clear guidance around the expectations for their behaviour. They learn to understand the reasons for the childminder's rules and take responsibility for their own conduct. Children show respect to the childminder and for their surroundings. They enjoy responsibility, for example to keep the playroom tidy and to clean up ready for tea. n This is an inclusive setting, in which the childminder ensures that all children feel welcome and secure. Her caring and attentive manner helps children to feel at

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ease. The environment is filled with lively conversations as children enjoy sharing their day. They feel valued and listened to when the childminder shows a genuine interest in their experiences. n Well-established routines help children to develop their understanding of the importance of a healthy lifestyle. For example, they know to wash their hands at key points during the session and to cough into their sleeve to prevent the

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18 March 2025 spread of germs. The childminder encourages them to try a variety of foods. Children talk about the nutritional benefits of fruit and vegetables and discuss how some foods are best kept for a treat. n The childminder is mindful of children who have little physical activity during their day. She provides opportunities for them to take part in active play after school. The childminder is aware of children who prefer more peaceful and relaxing activities and provides spaces where they can rest after a busy day. This thoughtful approach helps to ensure that children can participate in a way that meets their needs and supports their overall well-being. n Partnerships with parents and carers are well established. The childminder seeks their views about the service that she provides. She uses the feedback that she receives to reflect on her practice and to continually improve the provision. The

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childminder asks children for their ideas and suggestions and includes them in her planning. For example, children help to decide what will be on the menu for tea and they choose where they would like to go on outings. n Children learn to be proud of their heritage. For example, they work with the childminder to identify the parts of the country, and the wider world, where their families live on a map. They learn about the traditions and cultures in their local community and beyond. This helps them to understand and respect people and lifestyles outside of their experience.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

There is an open and positive culture around safeguarding that puts children's interests first.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY545482 Local authority Newcastle upon Tyne Inspection number 10376108 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 13 Date of previous inspection 16 May 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne. She operates all year round, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder's opening hours during term time are from 7.45am to 9am and 3.30pm to 6pm. During the school holidays, she operates from 8am to 6pm. The childminder holds early years teacher status.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises with the childminder. n The childminder talked about how she plans the activities and experiences that she provides for children. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children. n The childminder talked about leadership and management of her provision and shared some relevant documents to support this discussion. n The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection. She took account of feedback from parents.

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Inspection activities

18 March 2025 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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