Childminder in Middlesbrough

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 20/01/2014 Not Applicable

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early years provision

This inspection: 2 Previous inspection: Not Applicable How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children 2 The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision 2

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This provision is good

 Children make good progress in their learning and development because the childminder provides them with a variety of interesting experiences. As a result, children are engaged and motivated in their learning.  The childminder creates a warm and welcoming environment for the children. Therefore, children form positive relationships and develop secure attachments with their peers and the childminder.  Children are effectively safeguarded because the childminder has a thorough knowledge of the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage.  The childminder has clear plans in place to support children's achievements over time and improve the quality of the practice within the setting.

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It is not yet outstanding because

 There is scope to further develop the outdoor area to enhance opportunities for children to investigate and explore.  Opportunities for children to further develop their early reading skills by enhancing environmental print throughout the setting are not fully explored.

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Information about this inspection

Inspections of registered early years provision are:  scheduled at least once in every inspection cycle – the current cycle ends on 31 July

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Information about this inspection

 scheduled more frequently where Ofsted identifies a need to do so, for example where provision was previously judged inadequate  brought forward in the inspection cycle where Ofsted has received information that suggests the provision may not be meeting the legal requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage or where assessment of the provision identifies a need for early inspection  prioritised where we have received information that the provision is not meeting the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and which suggests children may not be safe  scheduled at the completion of an investigation into failure to comply with the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Information about this inspection

The provision is also registered on the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. This report includes a judgment about compliance with the requirements of that register.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed all areas accessed by the children.  The inspector observed play and learning opportunities for the children.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke with the childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at and discussed a range of records, policies and procedures with the childminder.

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Information about the setting

The childminder was registered in 2013 on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She lives with her partner and two children in Marton, Middlesbrough. The whole of the ground floor, first floor bathroom and rear garden are used for childminding purposes.

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Information about the setting

The childminder attends activities within the local area. She collects children from the local schools and pre-schools.

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Information about the setting

There are currently four children on roll in the early years age group, they attend for a variety of sessions. The childminder operates all year round from 7.30am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, except family holidays. The childminder has a childcare qualification at level 3.

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To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

 extend opportunities in the outdoor area for children to further develop their investigation and exploration skills

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To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

 enhance the already good educational programme for literacy, for example, by promoting environmental print by using words, signs and numbers to label resources.

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who attend

The childminder is a knowledgeable and enthusiastic childcare practitioner. She demonstrates a good understanding of the learning and development requirements of the Statutory framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage. The childminder promotes the children's learning and development effectively in all seven areas of learning. She provides the children with a good variety of interesting learning opportunities, as a result children are engaged and motivated in their play. The quality of teaching is good as the childminder follows and extends the children's interests, which supports their future learning. Children make good progress overall in their learning and development from their starting points. The childminder has completed learning journey records for all children, which include detailed observations and assessments. This information is used to develop future planning for the children and to support their next steps in learning.

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who attend

The childminder effectively supports children with their communication and language development. She talks to the children while they play, engages them in constant discussion and asks them a variety of open-ended questions. For example, she asks the oldest child, 'How are you feeling today?' and 'What makes you happy?' This helps children to develop an awareness of their own emotions and feelings. As a result, children feel valued and respected. The childminder supports and encourages children's physical development through activities, such as music and dance time where they sing songs, dance, make actions and movements. Physical skills are further promoted in the outdoor play area and during outings to local parks. However, there is scope to further develop the outdoor area to enhance opportunities for children to investigate and explore.

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who attend

The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of her responsibilities relating to the progress check at age two years. The childminder discusses children's progress and achievements with their parents as she provides verbal feedback at the end of each session. She also encourages parents to contribute information about their child's interests and learning at home. Consequently, this ensures continuity in the children's learning and helps them to develop the skills required for the next stage in their learning at school.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

Children's all round development and emotional well-being are supported as they are provided with a stimulating and well-resourced environment. The childminder creates a warm and welcoming setting for the children. As a result, children form positive relationships and develop secure attachments with their peers and the childminder even though they are fairly new to the setting. The childminder works closely with parents during the settling-in visits to share information about the children's interests, personal needs and care routines. This results in a smooth transition from home into the childminder's care and ensures that the children feel happy and settled. All resources are easily accessible and children are encouraged to make independent choices. However, there is scope to improve the opportunities for children to further develop their early reading skills by enhancing environmental print throughout the setting, for example, by

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

using words, signs and numbers to label resources.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

The childminder uses a calm and consistent approach to managing behaviour, which takes into account the children's understanding and stage of development. She acts as a good role model to the children as she uses constant praise and encouragement to reinforce positive behaviour. As a result, children behave well, recognise the boundaries and understand the expectations of the setting. The childminder models good manners to the children and encourages them to share and take turns. Consequently, children are considerate and respectful to each other.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of children's health and well-being. Daily opportunities for fresh air and exercise are provided for the children, which enables them to be physically active. Children are provided with a variety of balanced and nutritious meals, which helps to develop the children's understanding of a healthy diet and lifestyle. Mealtimes are a social occasion with the childminder and children sitting together at the table to enjoy their food and talk about their day. The childminder encourages the children to be independent learners through day-to-day activities by accessing their own resources, washing their own hands and cleaning their own face after mealtimes. The childminder supports children in learning about simple personal health and hygiene, for example, one child says 'to get rid of germs' when asked why it is important to wash their hands. The childminder demonstrates the importance of safety for the children as it is

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

discussed throughout their chosen activities, so they know and understand how to keep themselves safe during their play.

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provision

The childminder has a thorough knowledge and understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. This is supported by an effective range of written policies and procedures. For example, the safeguarding policy contains information regarding the use of mobile telephones and cameras. The childminder has attended relevant training in safeguarding, food hygiene and first aid, as a result, children are effectively safeguarded. Detailed written risk assessments are in place to ensure that the indoor and outdoor environments are safe and secure for the children. These are enhanced by daily health and safety checks to identify any potential hazards. The required checks have been completed on the adults in the home to ensure they are suitable.

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provision

The childminder monitors the educational programmes to ensure that all areas of learning are covered and that children are progressing well in their learning and development. She has an early years qualification at level 3 and as a result, has a good understanding of how children learn. Self-evaluation is effective as the childminder clearly identifies her strengths and areas for future improvement. She has clear plans in place to support children's achievements over time and improve the quality of the practice within the setting. The childminder demonstrates a commitment to her own professional development as she attends training, completes online courses and attends local network meetings with other childminders.

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provision

Partnerships with parents are well established, which makes a strong contribution to meeting the children's individual needs. Parents make comments, such as 'my child is very happy and has a good relationship with the childminder and her family'. The childminder has a good understanding of the importance of sharing information with other providers of the Early Years Foundation Stage. For example, she has recently made links with the local school to promote effective transitions and complement the children's learning. Consequently, this helps to ensure continuity and consistency to support the children in their learning and development.

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The Childcare Register

The requirements for the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are Met The requirements for the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are Met

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Grade Judgement Description

Grade 1 Outstanding Outstanding provision is highly effective in meeting the needs of all children exceptionally well. This ensures that children are very well prepared for the next stage of their learning. Grade 2 Good Good provision is effective in delivering provision that meets the needs of all children well. This ensures children are ready for the next stage of their learning. Grade 3 Requires improvement The provision is not giving children a good standard of early years education and/or there are minor breaches of the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. It will be monitored and inspected within twelve months of the date of this inspection. Grade 4 Inadequate Provision that is inadequate requires significant improvement and/or enforcement action. The provision is failing to give children an acceptable standard of early years education and/or is not meeting the safeguarding and welfare requirements of

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Grade Judgement Description

the Early Years Foundation Stage. It will be monitored and inspected again within six months of the date of this inspection. Met The provision has no children on roll. The inspection judgement is that the provider continues to meet the requirements for registration. Not met The provision has no children on roll. The inspection judgement is that the provider does not meet the requirements for registration.

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Inspection

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted 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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Setting details

Unique reference number EY466063 Local authority Middlesbrough Inspection number 931289 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection not applicable

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Telephone number

set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.ofsted.gov.uk. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk.

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Type of provision

For the purposes of this inspection the following definitions apply:

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Type of provision

Full-time provision is that which operates for more than three hours. These are usually known as nurseries, nursery schools and pre-schools and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. They are registered on the Early Years Register and pay the higher fee for registration.

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Type of provision

Sessional provision operates for more than two hours but does not exceed three hours in any one day. These are usually known as pre-schools, kindergartens or nursery schools and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. They are registered on the Early Years Register and pay the lower fee for registration.

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Type of provision

Childminders care for one or more children where individual children attend for a period of more than two hours in any one day. They operate from domestic premises, which are usually the childminder’s own home. They are registered on the Early Years Register and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Type of provision

Out of school provision may be sessional or full-time provision and is delivered before or after school and/or in the summer holidays. They are registered on the Early Years Register and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. Where children receive their Early Years Foundation Stage in school these providers do not have to deliver the learning and development requirements in full but should complement the experiences children receive in school. 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 Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, 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,

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Type of provision

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Type of provision

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