Childminder in Sunderland

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 28 January 2015 2 April 2009

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Good 2 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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This provision is good

 Children are safe in the setting. The childminder has a good understanding about how to keep them safe, including what to do if she has concerns about a child's welfare.  The childminder provides stimulating activities and a broad range of resources, which meet children's needs. As a result, they make good progress in their learning and development.  Children form strong bonds with the childminder because she gets to know them as individuals and ensures their needs are met. This effectively supports their emotional and physical well-being.  The childminder has developed very positive relationships with parents and schools, which effectively supports continuity of care, learning and development for all children.  Children are well supported to develop an understanding of healthy lifestyles. This is because the childminder talks to them about the importance of fresh air, exercise and healthy eating.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Planned creative activities do not always encourage children to make their own choices.  Sometimes, unnecessary noise, such as the television, can affect children's ability to listen and concentrate.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

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

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 review how creative activities are planned to ensure that children are always able to make choices from a selection of materials, in order to fully express their individuality  enhance further children's already good listening skills by providing an environment free from noisy distractions, such as the television, so that children clearly hear words being spoken and are able to concentrate.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed the areas of the setting used for childminding.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector viewed a sample of documentation, including policies, children's records, observation and assessment files and risk assessments.  The inspector observed children playing in the living room and kitchen.

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who attend. This is good

Teaching is consistently good. As a result, all children make good progress from their starting points. The environment is well thought out and resources support all seven areas of learning, inside and outdoors. The childminder uses information from parents and observations to accurately assess children's attainment. She plans activities and experiences, which meets their individual needs. Furthermore, she encourages children to be involved in planning and acts on their suggestions. For example, children thoroughly enjoy planning, creating and playing in a dolls fracture clinic. Language and communication is generally very well supported. For example, the childminder uses repetition, commentary, questioning and explanations to extend children's understanding and language acquisition. However, sometimes, unnecessary background noise, such as the television, impacts on children's ability to listen and concentrate. The childminder

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who attend. This is good

helps children prepare for school by ensuring that they develop the skills they need for their Reception year. As a result, they move on from the setting with confidence.

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good

The childminder provides an interesting and inviting home for children. She provides a wide variety of resources, which reflect children's interests and stages of development. As a result, they are motivated and keen to learn. Children form strong bonds with the childminder because she treats them with kindness and responds quickly to their needs. As a result, they confidently approach her for comfort, help and support when they need it. Overall, children are effectively encouraged to be independent. However, occasionally, opportunities for children to make choices are not maximised. Children know how to use equipment and tools with care. This is because the childminder talks to them about risks and how to keep themselves safe. The childminder is a good role model and has high expectations of children. As a result, their behaviour is very good and they are respectful to each other and the environment. The childminder works closely with parents to ensure

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good

their children are very well supported when they start in the setting and move on to school.

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provision is good

The childminder ensures that children are safe. All required policies and procedures are in place and can be seen in practice. The childminder has a good knowledge of the learning and development requirements. She uses this knowledge to ensure that children make good progress. The childminder analyses assessments and tracks children's progress to highlight gaps in their learning, which she plans for. She evaluates her practice and makes improvements as a result of this and the feedback from parents. The childminder has developed positive partnerships with local schools and ensures that the activities and experiences she provides consolidate and extend children's learning in school. The childminder is committed to extending her knowledge through training, which improves her practice and the learning environment.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY270184 Local authority Sunderland Inspection number 856092 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 2 April 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2003 and lives in Barmston, Washington. She operates all year round, from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder has an early years qualification at level 3.

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Telephone number

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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Telephone number

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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

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