Childminder in Newcastle upon TyneOfsted inspection, 27 Mar 2015

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 27 March 2015 Not applicable

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Not applicable 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 make good progress because the childminder knows them very well. She gathers information from parents from the start. The childminder monitors children's learning closely during their play. She plans effectively to meet children's needs and interests. As a result, she supports their individual development.  The childminder uses skilful questioning to help children develop their good communication and language skills.  The childminder gives children frequent praise and models positive behaviour. As a result, children's behaviour is good.  The childminder develops warm, positive relationships with the children. As a result, children are emotionally secure and their well-being is effectively supported.  The childminder understands how to safeguard children effectively. She manages risks appropriately so children are kept safe from harm.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always share enough information with parents to help them continue their child's learning at home.  The childminder does not provide as many opportunities for children to see and use written words, for a purpose in their outdoor 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

 strengthen the existing good partnerships with parents by providing them with more information so that they can better guide their child's learning at home  enhance the outdoor environment, so that children who prefer to learn outside can see and use the written word for a purpose.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the playroom and outdoors.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector took account of the views of parents provided in writing.  The inspector looked at a range of documents, including verifying some qualifications, checking evidence of the suitability of household members and viewing the policies, procedures and children's records.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder organises good resources and interesting activities across the seven areas of learning. For example, she provides soil, seeds, tools and trays so that children can plant and grow their own carrots in the garden. This helps them learn about how to care for living things. The childminder extends the activity to meet children's needs and interests. For example, she encourages them to count as they plant the seeds. As a result, they are developing their early mathematical skills. The childminder gets down to children's eye level as they play. She supports their communication and listening skills very well, by asking open-ended questions. This helps children gain the necessary skills to support the next stage in their learning, at nursery or school. However, opportunities for children to link printed words with the spoken word, in the outdoor play area, are sometimes missed. For example, the various seed trays are not clearly labelled with words

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who attend. This is good

and pictures. Children's imaginative skills are developed through stimulating activities, such as creating an outdoor fairy garden. The childminder spends time observing children's play to assess their progress and identify next steps in their learning. She verbally shares daily information about children's care and progress with parents. However, the childminder has not considered different ways to share children's next steps, to enable parents to further support their child at home.

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good

Children are happy and confident. The childminder helps children to settle quickly from the start. Consequently, children are secure in the childminder's care. Children's individual needs are very well met. The childminder provides easy access to a wide variety of good- quality resources. This enables children to make independent choices in their play and learning. Children learn about healthy lifestyles. The childminder has established good hygiene practices and provides healthy snacks and meals. Daily outdoor play and regular visits to local parks, ensure children enjoy lots of fresh air and exercise. The childminder reminds children to be polite, to share and to take turns. She frequently praises children's efforts. As a result, children behave well.

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provision is good

The childminder has a secure understanding of her role and responsibility to promote safeguarding and welfare requirements. She has completed safeguarding and first-aid training, enabling her to address any accidents or issues, which may cause her concern. The childminder ensures that toys, equipment and premises are appropriate for children and regularly checked. The childminder is very keen to attend additional training, to develop her skills and qualifications even further and enhance her knowledge. Strengths and weaknesses are clearly identified to help drive improvement. Parents' views are sought and valued; through daily discussions and regular questionnaires. The childminder uses partnerships with other settings to ensure continuity of learning and care.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY475657 Local authority Newcastle Inspection number 975503 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 Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2014 and lives in Gosforth, Newcastle. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a relevant 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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