Childminder in Gateshead

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 5 March 2015 9 October 2008

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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

 The childminder is very flexible in order to meet children's individual needs. Children are very well supported when they start in the setting and develop the skills they need to move on to school with confidence.  The childminder has good systems in place for observation, assessment and planning. Children's progress is closely monitored and gaps in learning are planned for.  The childminder works very effectively in partnership with parents to support children's learning and development. As a result, parents feel well informed and involved in their children's learning.  Children form strong bonds with the childminder and are very happy in the setting. This is because she is sensitive, considerate of their needs and effectively supports their emotional and physical well-being.  Children develop a good understanding of healthy lifestyles. Hygiene routines are followed and children enjoy healthy food, fresh air and exercise as part of their daily

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The end result of some creative activities is pre-determined and, as a result, opportunities for independent choice and creativity are not always fully extended.  There is scope to improve the availability of resources, which can be used imaginatively and in a number of ways.

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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

 enhance children's individual creativity in activities by allowing them to explore and determine their own creations  enrich the learning environment by providing more resources, which can be used in a number of ways, to maximise the opportunities for children to play imaginatively.

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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, planning and assessment files, and risk assessments.  The inspector observed children engaged in activities in the living room and the dining room.

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who attend. This is good

Teaching is good and, as a result, all children make good progress. The childminder plans activities and experiences, which support children's interests and next steps in learning. Children are very well supported to develop communication and language skills. This is because the childminder uses explanation, commentary and repetition to help children learn and understand new language. Furthermore, she encourages them to ask and answer questions and to share their ideas and preferences. The childminder provides a stimulating environment with developmentally appropriate resources, which support all seven areas of learning, indoors and outside. Consequently, children are motivated and excited to learn. They are given time to investigate and explore their surroundings and become fully engrossed in independent play. The childminder engages children in creative activities, which they thoroughly enjoy. However, as the end result of the activities is pre-

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who attend. This is good

determined they do not always fully promote children's individual creativity.

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good

The childminder provides a safe, secure and inviting environment for learning. She uses information from parents about children's care, learning and development as a starting point for planning. Children access resources independently and are happy to approach the childminder for support, encouragement and comfort when they need it. However, they do not always have access to resources, to use in a number of ways, to encourage imagination. Children develop independence. She encourages them to persevere when they face challenges. Consequently, they develop resilience and self-help and self-care skills. Children's behaviour is good because the childminder is a good role model and has high expectations of them. Children are reminded how to stay safe as they move around the setting and use resources. As a result, they are beginning to understand how to keep themselves safe. The childminder makes good use of the local environment to extend and

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good

complement children's learning. They attend groups, which support their social skills, and learn about the world around them by going to nearby shops and parks.

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provision is good

The childminder has a good understanding of how to keep children safe, including what to do if she has concerns about a child's welfare. Risk assessments are used effectively to reduce hazards. A comprehensive set of health and safety policies and procedures are in place, robust and evident in practice. As a result, children are kept safe in the setting and on outings. The childminder has a good understanding of the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She uses this knowledge to ensure that children's individual needs are effectively met. The childminder is committed to improving her practice through training, which impacts positively on the quality of the setting. She is reflective and uses the views of children and parents to plan for development. The childminder has developed good partnerships with parents and local schools, to support continuity of care, learning and development.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 311796 Local authority Gateshead Inspection number 966420 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 9 October 2008

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1989 and lives in Low Fell, Gateshead. She operates all year round from 7.45am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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