Panagakis, Kate

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 29 June 2015 13 May 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

 The quality of teaching is outstanding because the well-qualified childminder has an exceptional awareness of how young children learn and develop. She provides children with innovative and challenging activities. As a result, children are happy, eager and demonstrate superb levels of engagement.  Children flourish as they benefit from the childminder's individual attention, regular assessment and support as she carefully plans and provides challenging experiences to enable rapid progress.  Children are very happy and settle well in a friendly, caring, homely environment. They form very good relationships with the childminder, the co-childminder, her family and their peers. Children develop confidence as their emotional needs are extremely well supported.  The childminder has undertaken an extensive programme of professional development. This fully informs everything she does. Therefore, she embraces change and critically

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This provision is outstanding

reviews her practice. As a result, she maintains the very best standards in care and learning.  Excellent relationships with parents ensure they are fully engaged in their children's learning in the setting and at home. Their contributions are valued and significantly contribute to the planning and assessment of their children.

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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 already excellent outdoor resources by continuing to develop the range of natural resources for children to explore in the garden.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities and interaction between the childminder and children during play.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at documents relating to the Early Years Foundation Stage provided by the childminder, including children's assessment records and evidence of the suitability of the childminder, her co-childminder, assistant and family.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector also took account of the written views of parents.

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who attend. This is outstanding

The childminder's observations and assessments of children's learning are excellent. As a result, each child's progress is clearly evident and the childminder knows them very well. Activities are very well planned with children's specific learning needs in mind. The childminder adapts activities to ensure that children are continuously challenged and interested. For example, children learn about different shapes in a wide variety of ways. During a play dough activity the childminder asks children what the shapes are that they are using. When children are unsure she names the shapes for them and they repeat what she has said. More-able children enjoy trying to match shapes to corresponding slots and start to name the shapes for themselves. This promotes children's mathematical development and children are enthralled and eager to join in the activities. The high quality of teaching and individually tailored activities helps children to acquire an excellent

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who attend. This is outstanding

range of skills in preparation for their to move on to nursery or school.

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outstanding

Children enjoy plenty of fresh air and physical exercise through visits to local community groups and regular access to the garden. In the garden they learn how to move in a variety of ways as they bounce on the trampoline and climb the steps for the slide. Children learn how to jump on the ground with two feet together while maintaining their balance. There is a wide selection of resources in the garden. Children show a great interest in water play and pouring the water on the soil. However, children would benefit from more natural resources so that they can extend their learning as they discover and investigate cause and effect as they mix and make things. Children from an early age understand the ground rules in the home. They are extremely well behaved and understand routines, such as tidy up time, where they all help. Children learn about a healthy lifestyle as they discuss what they are having for snack. On outings they visit the

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outstanding

shops and choose healthy foods to take with them, such as strawberries and cherry tomatoes.

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provision is outstanding

The childminder's understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements is extremely secure. Safe practice is firmly embedded and children play in a safe and supportive environment. The childminder clearly understands what to do should she have a concern about a child's welfare. The ongoing suitability of the assistant is monitored to ensure that she understands the policies and procedures in the setting. The childminder's reflective practice plays a key role in helping her to meticulously review and continue supporting children's progress. Since the last inspection she has introduced tracking for each child that clearly shows how they are progressing in their learning and development. As a result, any delays or gaps in learning are quickly identified and addressed. Children are exceptionally well prepared emotionally to start school. Stories are read to children about what it will be like and this promotes discussions about what to expect.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 318983 Local authority Newcastle Inspection number 847772 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1995 and lives in the Gosforth area of Newcastle upon Tyne. She works with her husband who is also a registered childminder, and an assistant. The childminder operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder also provides overnight care. She holds a childcare qualification equivalent at level 3.

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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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