Walker, Clive

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 22 June 2015 16 February 2009

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

Previous inspection: Outstanding 1 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend Outstanding 1

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Outstanding 1

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Outstanding 1

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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This provision is outstanding

 Teaching is exceptional because the childminder fully understands how the children learn and expertly builds on their enthusiasm for learning. He accurately assesses their development and provides a rich range of exciting experiences that meet children's individual learning needs. Consequently, children make the best possible progress in preparation for starting school.  The childminder provides a welcoming family home where children learn through play. They are happy, settled and share warm relationships with the childminder, his co- childminder and assistant. As a result, children's emotional well-being is effectively promoted.  Children's behaviour is exemplary. This is because the childminder is an excellent role model. He is polite and respectful to the children, who are encouraged to use good manners and be kind and caring to each other.  The childminder is highly skilled and committed to delivering a high-quality provision for

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This provision is outstanding

all children. He has an extensive knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage, which means that children are safeguarded and protected in his care.  Partnerships with parents are highly effective. The exchange of information is frequent and purposeful. Therefore, children experience continuity in their care and consistent support for their learning. It is these strong foundations that ensure children make the very best progress.

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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 the partnership with other providers where children attend, so that precise information about children's achievements and next steps in learning are shared with all settings.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the childminder's home and garden, and talked with children and the childminder.  The inspector observed the children present and carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector looked at children's assessment records, planning documentation, evidence of suitability of the childminder, co-childminder and assistant, the provider's self-evaluation and a range of other documentation, including the safeguarding procedures.  The inspector also took account of the views of parents and carers.

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who attend. This is outstanding

In-depth observations and assessments are used to identify children's starting points, ongoing progress and next steps in learning. This ensures that each child's assessments are accurate and as up to date as possible, and that children are being appropriately challenged at every opportunity. Children are inquisitive and active learners, as they take part in a planting activity outside. They choose which plants they would like to put in the soil and become involved in a discussion about worms. Purposeful discussion with the childminder helps them to understand what the root ball is and why they need to water the plants. Children explain that the plants might get thirsty if they do not water them. Children's independence is promoted effectively as they turn on the tap at the water butt and fill their watering cans so they can water the plants. Exceptional partnerships mean that planning is closely linked with a local nursery and school to ensure continuity for

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who attend. This is outstanding

children who also attend these settings. However, this is not as effective with all other settings that children attend.

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outstanding

The children are confident to explore the highly stimulating environment. The excellent range of easily accessible resources enhances opportunities for children to make their own play choices. Children enjoy plenty of fresh air and physical exercise through regular access to the garden. They take great pleasure in building towers with building blocks and giggle as they are knocked or fall over. Children are extremely well prepared for starting school. They show advanced independence when taking off their own coats and hanging them up when returning from nursery, and are independent in using the bathroom. The childminder takes them for visits when they are due to start, which helps them to become familiar with the environment and staff. The childminder teaches children about how to be healthy. Children help to prepare meals and all sit together, which generates excellent discussions about what they are eating and what they particularly like.

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provision is outstanding

The childminder is committed to improving his practice. He attends training courses, which support his development. This has a positive impact on children's development. For example, he has attended training relating to caring for children with diabetes and epilepsy. The ongoing suitability of the assistant is monitored to ensure that she understands the policies and procedures in the setting. She is included in the weekly planning meetings, where they discuss each child's individual next steps in learning, development and possible future activities. Self-evaluation is rigorous, with a clear drive to improve the learning experiences for children and focus on plans for future development. The childminder carries out robust risk assessments for the home. This means possible hazards are effectively minimised. The childminder has created highly effective ways of monitoring children's development, which enables him to see immediately where there are

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provision is outstanding

any gaps in children's progress so he can provide necessary targeted support.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY316407 Local authority Sunderland Inspection number 849046 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 23

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 16 February 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2005 and lives in Washington, Tyne and Wear. The childminder works with his wife, who is also a registered childminder, and an assistant. He operates all year round from 6.30am to 6pm, Monday to Thursday, 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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