Childminder in Redcar and Cleveland

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 10 March 2015 30 September 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 supports children with developing their good communication skills through the skilful use of questioning. She introduces vocabulary to meet children's needs and interests.  Children are happy and settled in a welcoming environment. The childminder is very caring. Consequently, children form positive relationships and secure attachments with the childminder and with each other.  The childminder demonstrates that she understands how to safeguard children. As a result, children are kept safe in her care.  The childminder is consistent in her routines and in the way she manages children's behaviour. She offers lots of meaningful praise and encouragement to children. Consequently, children behave well and persevere at their chosen activity.  The childminder involves parents as partners in the setting. As a result, relationships are based on regular two-way communication. This ensures children's individual care

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not provide a wealth of opportunities for children to see and use written numerals, words and letters.  The childminder does not provide easy access to natural and everyday materials to stimulate children's creativity and problem-solving skills.

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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 opportunities for children to refer to numerals, words and letters in their environment and link them to meaningful activities.  improve access to natural and everyday materials for children to explore creatively and solve problems.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed children's play in the downstairs rooms of the house and in the outdoor play area.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and the children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector looked at a selection of children's records and policies and checked evidence of the suitability of all adults living on the premises.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector took account of the views of carers spoken to on the day.

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who attend. This is good

Teaching is good. The children join in enthusiastically with action rhymes. They choose their favourite songs and dance gleefully, using glove puppets that link to the song. The childminder uses skilful questioning to support the development of children's language and communication skills. However, children's early ability to recognise numerals, the letters in their names or words for a purpose are not maximised. This is because they have less exposure to print with written numbers, letters and words with supporting pictures. The childminder provides a good range of age-appropriate toys and resources, which cover all areas of learning. Children enjoy using paints, chalks, crayons, glue and glitter to make marks. As a result, they are starting to develop their early writing skills. However, there are fewer opportunities for children to be creative, experiment and problem solve by exploring reclaimed, household materials and natural items from the outdoor environment

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who attend. This is good

in their play. The childminder keeps parents well informed about their children's progress. Parents are keen to share information about their children's experiences at home. Consequently, this shared approach to learning helps children to develop key skills needed for the next steps in their learning and for school.

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good

The childminder ensures her home is welcoming and comfortable. Good quality information is gathered from parents from the start. This is used well to help children settle quickly and meet their individual needs. The childminder uses praise and gentle reminders to encourage good behaviour. As a result, children develop in confidence. The childminder prioritises safety as she reminds children to take care on the steps of the slide in the garden. Children develop their independence skills as they learn to feed themselves and put on their coats and shoes. They have daily opportunities for fresh air and exercise, which contributes to their good health and physical well-being. For example, they go on outings to the park or play in the well-resourced garden. The childminder regularly takes children to groups. She teaches them how to adapt their behaviour to new environments. Consequently, children are prepared well emotionally for the move to nursery and school.

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provision is good

The childminder has a secure knowledge and understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She is fully aware of child protection issues and knows the actions to take if she has any concerns. The childminder completes risk assessments for outings and checks her environment daily to reduce risks. She monitors her provision so that she can decide on priorities for improvements. For example, the childminder identifies and addresses her own training needs to maintain the good quality of her teaching. She keeps up to date with early years developments through regular contact with childminding colleagues and by accessing information on websites. The childminder has good partnerships in place with other providers of the Early Years Foundation Stage to ensure continuity of learning and care for children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY231912 Local authority Redcar & Cleveland Inspection number 869953 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 12

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 30 September 2008

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2003 and lives in Marske-by-the-Sea in Redcar, Cleveland. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5pm, 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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