Childminder in Newcastle upon Tyne

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 22 April 2015 7 May 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 provides a stimulating, well-resourced and welcoming environment, which supports children's all-round development and emotional well-being, preparing them for the next stage of their learning.  The quality of teaching is good, because the childminder has a good knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She uses observations to plan a range of activities which support children's learning and development, identify any gaps in their learning and monitor their progress. As a result, children make good progress.  Children have a positive attitude to learning. This is because the childminder knows them very well and provides experiences that she knows they enjoy.  The childminder is skilled and sensitive in helping children of all ages form strong emotional attachments. This enables all children to develop a good sense of belonging and explore their environment confidently.  The childminder ensures her home is safe and secure at all times. Regular training

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This provision is good

keeps the childminder's knowledge of safeguarding updated and she knows how to respond effectively if she has concerns about a child's welfare.  Children's behaviour is good, because the childminder is a good role model and consistently reminds children of the rules and boundaries.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not fully maximise her effective partnerships with parents, to encourage them to make further contributions to support children's learning to the highest level.  There is scope to further develop the use of questioning skills to enhance the already good opportunities for children to develop their thinking and learning.

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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 use of questioning skills to develop children's thinking and learning, encouraging them to think about alternative ways of doing things  maximise opportunities to engage parents fully in their children's development, by seeking their comments about children's learning at home more frequently, to complement children's all-round progress even further.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed all areas accessed by the children.  The inspector observed the childminder's interaction with the children and spoke to the childminder and the children throughout the course of the inspection.  The inspector looked at and discussed a range of records, policies and procedures with the childminder, including evidence of the suitability of all household members.  The inspector and childminder undertook a joint observation of an activity.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder plans activities based on children's interests and the next steps for their learning. She makes regular provision outdoors to support children's developing curiosity about the natural world, as they plant sunflower seeds and talk about how to take care of them. The childminder recognises children's love of the outdoors. She engages with children as they play football and throw and catch balls. She encourages children to count and work out how many times they have caught the ball. Children develop literacy skills, as they have a wealth of opportunities to see and use print within the environment. However, she sometimes misses opportunities to extend children's thinking and learning in order to extend children's thinking about alternative ways of doing things. The childminder provides stimulating resources in the playroom that children can enjoy and investigate. They explore with building blocks and learn about colours shapes and size as they build

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who attend. This is good

towers. Children are learning the necessary skills needed to support their future learning and prepare them for school.

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good

The childminder provides children with good experiences outside of the home. They go on regular local walks and outings, such as visits to various parks and farms, where children follow nature trails. This also promotes children's physical well-being and their understanding of the local community. Children are confident in their surroundings, which motivates them to learn. Through attending various groups children socialise with a wider range of children and adults. Effective hygiene routines are in place and children are learning about some of the benefits of adopting a healthy lifestyle. Children get plenty of fresh fruits at snack time and regular drinks throughout the day. Children know they must wash their hands before meals and after using the toilet. Individual towels used for hand drying help to reduce risk of cross-infection.

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provision is good

The childminder has a secure knowledge of the learning and development requirements. She regularly updates her knowledge through training and through accessing the internet. She uses this to good effect enhancing her knowledge of planning interesting activities that promote children's learning and development. The childminder assesses her own practice, identifying her strengths and areas for development through her self-evaluation. She builds good partnerships with parents and keeps them up to date on her plans for children's activities. However, the sharing of information about what children do at home is not always shared effectively, so that the information can be used by the childminder to extend the child's interests. The childminder understands the importance of effective partnerships with external agencies and services, in securing appropriate intervention and in helping children reach their full potential.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY232862 Local authority Newcastle Inspection number 869967 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2002 and lives in Lemington Newcastle-upon-Tyne. She operates all year round, from 7am 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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