Childminder in Sunderland

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 1 June 2015 12 March 2010

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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

 Children make good progress in their learning. The childminder observes children regularly to understand their level of achievement and uses this information well to shape learning experiences for each child.  Children are very independent. This is because the childminder places a high priority on promoting children's independence. She gives children time to try to do things for themselves and resources are easily accessible.  The childminder supports children's communication and language skills well. She plays alongside them, modelling and extending the language they use.  The childminder evaluates the quality of her provision effectively. She has clear plans for improvement and uses this to plan her own professional development. She attends training to update her own knowledge.  Children have a good understanding of the world around them. They experience a wide variety of activities and experiences, such as visits to the local beach or harbour. This

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This provision is good

helps children learn about the world in which they live.  The childminder has a good relationship with parents. They share information regularly, which means that children's learning is supported effectively.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 There are times when the music in the background distracts children from their activities. This interrupts their concentration and attention, and occasionally, results in children losing interest in what they are doing.  There are times when children's learning in the garden area is not always effectively promoted.

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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

 maximise opportunities for children to develop their concentration and attention skills, by reducing background noise, such as music  enhance opportunities for outdoor learning, for example, by extending the use of the garden area, so that children are able to make independent choices from a stimulating and well-resourced environment throughout the year.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed all parts of the childminder's home used for childminding.  The inspector observed play and learning activities and 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 spoken to on the day, as well as written comments provided for the purpose of the inspection.  The inspector viewed regulatory documentation, including evidence of suitability for all household members, children's details, learning files, and a sample of policies and procedures.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder provides a stimulating range of activities to promote children's learning and development. She carefully plans activities according to children's interests and stage of development. For example, she encourages children to chop up their snack to promote their physical development. Many activities, such as making pictures with stickers, motivate children. In these activities children are deeply involved and demonstrate good levels of concentration. However, there are occasions when music playing in the background interrupts children's play. Children sometimes jump up and dance to the music. As a result, they do not always maintain attention and concentration for sustained periods of time. The quality of teaching is good as the childminder gives children time to explore their own interests. She plays alongside them effectively and seizes opportunities to promote counting, as children play. Consequently, children gain a good range of skills,

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good

Children are happy in the childminder's care and look forward to spending time with her. Parents value the flexibility and support which the childminder offers. They feel that their children are confident and sociable. Children are motivated to learn in a well-organised indoor environment that reflects their emerging interests. Children have opportunities to be active and take part in physical play, as they walk to school or play in the park. They also use the garden for some activities, such as playing in the sand or reading, in the summer. However, there are times when children's learning in the garden is not always effectively promoted, particularly during the winter months. As a result, opportunities for children to make their own choices from a stimulating range of resources are not always maximised. Children behave well and respond to gentle reminders about the behavioural expectations of the childminder. Children settle very quickly into the setting. The

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good

childminder has flexible settling-in procedures, which are tailored to meet the needs of individual children. She obtains detailed information about children's likes and dislikes, which enables her to meet children's individual care needs effectively.

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provision is good

The childminder has a secure knowledge of the learning and development requirements and how to keep children safe. She has a robust understanding of the procedures to follow, should she have a concern about a child in her care. The childminder is well qualified and uses her qualifications well to monitor children's learning. She takes prompt action when areas of underachievement are identified. Good partnerships with external agencies and services, when applicable, further support the childminder to meet children's individual needs. The childminder works effectively with local schools. They share information together about children's learning. The childminder also plans activities to build on children's learning in school. For example, children enjoy planting flowers to support learning in school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY276158 Local authority Sunderland Inspection number 860924 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 10

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 12 March 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2004 and lives in Washington, Tyne and Wear. She holds a National Vocational Qualification at level 3. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for 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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