Childminder in Durham

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 12 May 2015 10 May 2011

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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 thorough understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures and has developed good procedures to minimise risks. Consequently, children are kept safe and secure.  The quality of teaching is good. The childminder is skilled in providing for children's individual needs. As a result, children are interested and keen learners. They are making good progress and are well prepared for their next stage in learning, for example, school.  The childminder carefully evaluates her provision and successfully identifies areas for improvement. She has addressed the recommendations made at her last inspection to improve the welfare, learning and development of children.  Children benefit from being cared for in a welcoming family home where they feel safe and secure. The childminder builds strong bonds with the children in her care. This promotes their emotional well-being very effectively. Children's health is well protected

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This provision is good

through good hygiene practices.  The childminder provides a good level of praise and encouragement, which helps to build children's confidence and supports their understanding of acceptable behaviour.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always gather in-depth information from parents about children's achievements, interests and learning at home, on entry and on an ongoing basis.  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

 explore different ways to help parents share what they know their children can do at home, on entry into the setting and on an ongoing basis, to help planning become even more sharply focused so that children are continually challenged at a high level  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 letters provided for the inspection.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder provides a wide range of activities to promote children's development across all areas of learning. For example, children enjoy making prints on large sheets of paper using different vegetables and fruit dipped into paints. The childminder constantly engages children in conversation, repeating words back to them correctly so they hear the right pronunciation. As a result, children become confident communicators. Children enjoy looking at books and independently select from the wide range available. However, there is room to improve the opportunities for older children to further develop their early reading skills and interest in the meaning of words, for example, by displaying words and signs and by labelling resources. The childminder gives children many opportunities to have a go at doing things for themselves. As a result, children persevere in completing puzzles as the childminder encourages them to carefully turn the pieces until they fit.

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who attend. This is good

Partnerships with parents are very positive; they can view children's learning journal files at any time. However, in-depth information about children's starting points and their ongoing interests is not yet routinely gathered from parents to inform planning.

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good

The childminder creates a friendly atmosphere where children clearly feel comfortable, relaxed and behave well. Children build strong attachments with the childminder and are happy and settled in her care. The childminder engages children in play, motivates them and develops their independence and social skills through good emotional support and praise. Children attend various groups to socialise with their friends. They know they must wash their hands before meals and after using the toilet. Paper towels used for hand drying help to reduce risk of cross-infection. Children have daily opportunities to experience fresh air and be physically active, as they go for walks, play in the garden or visit the local park. Children get plenty of fresh fruits at snack time, which they often help to prepare themselves, and regular drinks throughout the day. Children learn to keep themselves safe as they handle tools, such as scissors, safely.

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provision is good

The childminder has a secure knowledge of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and effectively meets children's care and learning needs. She takes all necessary steps to keep children safe and well protected. She keeps her safeguarding knowledge updated by attending training and knows who to contact if she has concerns regarding a child's welfare. The childminder conducts thorough risk assessments for all areas of her home and has effective measures in place to ensure the safety of children. She regularly evaluates her provision and demonstrates good capacity to improve. The childminder monitors the educational programme she offers as she reflects on children's learning and tracks their progress. This identifies any gaps and further enhances children's already good progress. Effective partnerships with other settings promote continuity for children as they share their observations and assessments of children's learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 314000 Local authority Durham Inspection number 868172 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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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1998 and lives in Chester le Street. 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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