Childminder in Northumberland

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 18 March 2015 30 March 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

 The childminder has a secure knowledge and understanding of how children learn and develop through play. She carefully observes children to assess their skills and interacts with them effectively to promote their learning. As a result, children make good progress and are well prepared for their next stage in learning, for example school.  Children explore resources and the environment with enthusiasm. They initiate their own play and are engaged and motivated in learning.  The childminder has a good understanding of how to safeguard children effectively. She is confident in the action she needs to take if she has any concerns about their welfare. She is aware of the different types and symptoms of abuse. The childminder regularly refreshes her training in this area to ensure her knowledge is accurate and current.  The childminder is extremely caring, sensitive and skilled in helping children to develop

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This provision is good

secure emotional attachments. This enables children to develop self-confidence and nurtures their overall well-being.  The childminder is committed to improving her professional knowledge. She does this through attending training, reading childcare publications and sharing good practice with other childminding colleagues. This has a positive impact on her provision.  The childminder regularly shares information about children's learning and development with parents. This enables parents to be actively involved in their children's learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 There are some occasions when the childminder does not fully extend the opportunities for children to build upon their independence skills.  There are fewer opportunities for children to recognise and read familiar signs and labels in the environment.

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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

 provide even more opportunities for children to develop their independence skills, for example, by storing role-play resources so they are easily accessible  enhance children's interest in reading even further, for example, by supporting them to learn words by making the environment rich in print, such as providing labels and signs for resources and equipment.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed the premises, toys and equipment.  The inspector talked to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector reviewed relevant documentation, including the childminder's self- evaluation document, children's learning journals and a sample of policies and procedures.  The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's qualifications and evidence of the suitability of all adult household members.  The inspector observed planned activities and discussed these with the childminder.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through written comments provided for the inspection.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder provides well-planned activities, which excite and interest children. She carefully supports children to predict what will happen next in favourite books. The childminder encourages children to remember what they saw when they visited London. Consequently, children name attractions, such as the London Eye and Buckingham Palace. They enjoy making marks in a variety of ways, and are encouraged to write and recognise different letter sounds. This generally supports children's early literacy skills well. However, children have fewer opportunities to see words and labels in the environment to build on their emerging interest in early reading. This means that children's literacy skills are not promoted to the highest level. Children's creative and imaginative development is well supported as they regularly participate in role play and many craft activities. For example, they create their own pirate ship using large cardboard boxes. The childminder

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who attend. This is good

carefully extends their interest in this activity. As a result, children eagerly dress up as pirates and hunt for buried treasure in the garden, using maps and telescopes.

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good

The childminder spends time getting to know children when they first start, understanding what interests them and motivates their learning. Children show good levels of independence, enthusiastically responding to activities the childminder provides. They move with confidence around the childminder's home. However, not all toys and resources are stored at children's height so they can independently choose what they want to play with. Children benefit from healthy and nutritious snacks and meals, which they help to prepare. Children learn about healthy lifestyles through many opportunities to experience fresh air and be physically active. They visit local parks, soft play centres, toddler groups and places of interest. Children behave very well as the childminder encourages them to be kind to each other and to share. The childminder teaches children useful skills for starting school, such as putting on their coats and shoes. Children learn how to keep safe

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good

as they practice fire drills and road safety.

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provision is good

The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage. A wide range of policies and procedures help her to support children's health, safety and well-being. Children are safeguarded extremely well. The childminder regularly reviews risks in the environment and makes sure her home is safe and secure. She maintains a good overview of the activities and experiences she provides, to ensure they cover all areas of learning. She carefully monitors the good progress children are making to identify any strengths or gaps, and involves parents in assessing their development. Effective partnerships with other settings promote continuity for children as they share their observations and assessments of children's learning. The childminder carefully evaluates her provision, regularly seeking the views of children and parents. This helps her to tailor the service that she provides to their specific requirements.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY383065 Local authority Northumberland Inspection number 858802 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 30 March 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2008 and lives in Sandhoe, Hexham. She operates all year round, from 8am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder has a childcare 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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