Childminder in Sunderland

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 24/04/2014 05/05/2009

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early years provision

This inspection: 2 Previous inspection: 2 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 challenging and interesting activities. As a result, children are engaged, motivated and show concentration in their learning.  The childminder creates a warm, welcoming and stimulating environment for 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 good knowledge of the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage.  The childminder actively involves parents in their children's learning and development by sharing their learning journey records and encouraging them to make comments and suggestions.

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It is not yet outstanding because

 The organisation of some resources does not always fully support children to make independent choices about their play.  There is room to strengthen partnerships with local schools so that there is increased sharing of information about children's learning, so that a more consistent and complementary approach can be established.

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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 children.  The inspector observed play and learning opportunities for 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, including evidence of qualifications and suitability.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through written letters.

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Information about the setting

The childminder has been registered since 2005 on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She lives with her husband and two children in Sunderland. The whole of the ground floor and rear garden are used for childminding purposes. There is a pet dog, rabbit and fish on the premises. The childminder attends activities within the local area. She collects children from the local schools and pre-schools. There are currently eight children on roll, four of whom are in the early years age group and attend for a variety of sessions. She operates all year round, from 8am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder is a member of the Professional Association for Childcare and Early Years.

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

 enhance children's independence by arranging resources to ensure they are more easily accessible so they can make further independent choices about their play

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

 strengthen partnerships with local schools so that there is a more effective method for sharing more detailed information and complementing children's learning and development.

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who attend

The childminder provides children with a variety of challenging and interesting activities across the seven areas of learning. The quality of teaching is good as the childminder has a secure understanding and knowledge of how to effectively promote the learning and development of children in her care. Children concentrate for long periods of time because they are actively engaged and motivated in their play. For example, children are supported to develop their problem solving skills and show perseverance during an activity where they thread string through a selection of different sized button holes. As a result, children make good progress overall in their learning and development from their starting points. The childminder observes and assesses children throughout their play to identify the next steps in their learning and to develop future planning based on their individual interests and needs. Individual learning journey records are completed for all children to highlight

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who attend

their achievements and track the progress in their learning and development. These demonstrate that children are working well within the typical range of development expected for their age.

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who attend

The childminder effectively supports children with their communication and language development. She consistently talks and listens to children while they play and clearly models language during activities. As a result, children are learning to use vocabulary to make connections between objects and words. Children sit happily with the childminder as they enjoy listening to stories. They help to turn the pages of the book and younger children repeat words, such as 'pole' when looking at a book about firemen. This supports children's developing interest of books and early reading skills. The childminder promotes children's mathematical skills during their activities as they count during a building activity and fit shapes into spaces when completing jigsaws. The childminder attends regular groups within the local area, which supports children's personal, social and emotional development as they learn to socialise with other children and adults. These community

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who attend

activities also provide good opportunities for children to develop their physical skills on a larger scale. For example, children attend a toddler group where they can access a range of physical activities and enjoy taking part in messy play. Consequently, children are increasing their confidence and developing the necessary skills needed for the next stage in their learning at school.

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who attend

The childminder completes the progress check at age two and shares this information with parents. The childminder actively involves parents in their children's learning and development as she regularly shares the learning journey records and encourages them to contribute by making comments and suggestions. As a result, parents feel respected and fully involved. This is further supported as the childminder provides parents with detailed verbal and written feedback at the end of each session which gives a clear picture of children's progress.

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

The childminder creates a warm, welcoming and stimulating environment with a good range of age-appropriate resources for children. This effectively supports their emotional well-being. As a result, children form positive relationships and develop secure attachments with their peers and the childminder. Children are happy and settled with the childminder as she is caring and responsive to their individual needs. For example, younger children enjoy cuddles and snuggles before sleep time. Effective settling-in procedures ensures children are well-supported in their transition from home into the setting as they feel comfortable and secure. The childminder has good hygiene practices in place, which ensures children develop good self-care skills. Children are encouraged to be independent to ensure they are developing an understanding of their own personal needs. Younger children attempt to put on their own coats and older children help to

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

prepare food for snack time. The environment generally promotes independence as some resources are easily accessible and appropriately labelled. However, there is room to enhance the organisation of resources to further support children to make independent choices about their play.

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

The childminder acts as a good role model and manages children's behaviour effectively. She reinforces positive and appropriate behaviour to ensure children are aware of the boundaries and expectations within the setting. As a result, children's behaviour is good as they remain interested in their play activities and learning. The childminder uses consistent praise and encouragement, which enables children to develop their self-esteem and feel valued. Children learn to be polite, kind and considerate to each other while they play.

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

The childminder promotes children's health and well-being effectively through daily activities to ensure they can be physically active and develop their coordination skills. Regular outings in the local area, such as visiting the park, beach and soft play ensures children start to gain an understanding of risk and encourages them to explore different environments. The childminder talks about the importance of safety throughout children's activities and daily routines. For example, children learn about road safety during the daily walks to and from school. As a result, children are starting to develop their own understanding of how to keep themselves safe. Children are provided with a good variety of balanced and nutritious meals and snacks, which develops their understanding of a healthy diet and lifestyle.

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provision

Children are effectively safeguarded within the setting as the childminder demonstrates a good knowledge and understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. This is further supported as the childminder has attended relevant training, including safeguarding, first aid and food hygiene. There are clear and detailed written policies and procedures in place and the childminder regularly updates and reviews this information. Risk assessments are completed for both the indoor and outdoor environment to minimise hazards to ensure children are well-protected. The childminder maintains children's records accurately and ensures that all parental permissions are in place. The required checks have been completed on the adults in the home to ensure they are suitable. As a result, children are provided with a safe and secure environment.

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provision

The childminder monitors and evaluates her provision to ensure children are provided with enjoyable activities and educational programmes to cover all areas of learning. The childminder is committed to continuous improvement and has met the recommendations from her previous inspection. She uses effective systems for self-evaluation, which enables her to identify strengths and areas for development to further enhance opportunities for children. The childminder works closely with other childminders in the local area as they attend community activities and share best practice through network meetings. This demonstrates the childminder has a good capacity to improve her future practice.

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provision

The childminder has established good partnerships with parents to support children in their learning and development. Parents make comments, such as 'We are extremely pleased with our children's progress and they really enjoy the time spent with the childminder'. The childminder understands the importance of sharing information and working together in partnership with other providers and local primary schools to meet the needs of the individual children. However, there is room to strengthen these partnerships further so that there is a more effective method for sharing more detailed information and complementing children's 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 EY312313 Local authority Sunderland Inspection number 856715 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8

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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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