Wandless, Julie Marie

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 4 June 2015 9 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 Outstanding 1

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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 ensures children are safeguarded effectively and is extremely proactive in the way she supports children to learn about their own safety.  Children make good progress in their learning because the childminder ensures teaching is suited to individual children. The childminder is skilled in using children's interests to provide effective learning opportunities.  The childminder has forged very strong and effective relationships with parents to ensure she provides children with consistency in their care to meet their individual needs.  Children are extremely well supported in their communication skills as the childminder is highly skilled in encouraging children's verbal communication on a consistent basis, as she joins in their play.  The childminder promotes positive behaviour very consistently and has clear boundaries and a calm, sensitive approach, appropriate to children's age and stage of

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children do not always have free access to writing materials, so that they regularly practise their early writing skills.

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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

 enhance opportunities for children to practise their early writing skills, for example, by having writing materials available in all play areas.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed teaching and learning activities in both the indoor and outdoor environment.  The inspector discussed with the childminder an activity undertaken during the inspection.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at suitable times throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at samples of paperwork, including policies, procedures, children's assessment files and planning documentation.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of the childminder.  The inspector took account of parents' views provided in questionnaires.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder provides a very warm and stimulating environment. She has developed very close relationships with children and is very sensitive to their needs, ensuring they feel comfortable and confident. She interacts with young children very effectively, promoting their early communication and language skills. The childminder provides a wide range of readily available, exciting experiences, such as investigating nature and growing plants. As a result, children are interested and engaged effectively in activities. However, children do not always have easy access to writing equipment, which prevents them from spontaneously practising early writing skills. The childminder has built up very strong relationships with parents and with the schools children attend, in order to support children's learning and development. This provides a good basis for children to learn and to reach their expected targets in the Early Years Foundation Stage. Consequently, they

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outstanding

The childminder has an excellent understanding of the need for children to feel safe and secure. She provides an exceptionally welcoming environment for children and is highly skilled in nurturing children's sense of belonging and ownership. For example, she prominently displays photographs of children, along with examples of their work. The childminder makes toys easily visible and accessible to children, encouraging them to explore and investigate independently. The childminder skilfully encourages children to learn about healthy lifestyles and how to keep themselves and others safe. For example, she teaches children how to walk safely to and from school She encourages children to eat healthily and provides superb opportunities for them to be physically active. The childminder is an excellent role model for children. She has realistic expectations regarding behaviour management and, as a result, children are exceptionally well behaved,

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outstanding

respectful and self-assured. This means they are extremely well prepared for their next stage in learning.

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provision is good

The childminder has a very good understanding of the learning and development and the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She is well organised in her provision and has very effective measures in place to ensure children are safe and secure. She has a very good understanding of the procedures to follow in the event of a concern about a child's welfare. She has a strong commitment to her professional development and to the continual improvement of her practice. For example, she is currently undertaking a formal early years qualification and attends regular training and professional meetings. This has a positive impact on children's care, learning and development. Children's development records are very comprehensive and show individual planning and assessments, demonstrating the good progress children are making.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY382256 Local authority North Tyneside Inspection number 858739 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 9 March 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2008. She lives in Whitley Bay, North Tyneside and operates from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday. The childminder provides funded early education for two-year-old children.

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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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