Childminder in Durham

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 6 July 2015 9 February 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 is well qualified, which results in good teaching through positive interactions. Children are provided with a wide range of interesting activities and experiences. Consequently, children are engaged, motivated and learn successfully through their play.  The childminder observes, assesses and tracks children's development extremely well. She liaises closely with parents, keeping them fully informed about their children's progress in their learning and development. This enables early intervention to be sought if required.  The childminder has a good understanding of child protection procedures. She regularly updates her knowledge and understanding, by undertaking recognised training. As a result, the childminder understands what signs and symptoms to look out for and how to report any concerns. This ensures that children are effectively protected.  The childminder provides a caring and nurturing environment, where children are

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This provision is good

happy and settled. She knows children and their families well. She builds strong relationships with children, so that they feel safe and well cared for.  The childminder is a good role model. She effectively supports children in developing their independence and social skills. In addition, children learn to recognise their name and enjoy learning about letters and numbers. This helps them to gain skills ready for their next stage in learning, such as nursery or school.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not yet fully developed the outdoor area so that it provides, as stimulating a learning environment as inside.  Opportunities to enhance babies and younger children's ability to make independent decisions about their play are not yet maximised.

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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 outdoor environment, so that it provides rich learning opportunities covering all areas of learning  extend the opportunities for babies and younger children to be self-selective in their play.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector discussed aspects of policy and practice with the childminder and observed interactions with children.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder, her training certificates and the suitability of all other adults in the household.  The inspector viewed comments and letters provided by parents, taking their views into account.  The inspector looked at a range of records, including relevant policies and procedures, children's learning files and risk assessments.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder understands that children learn best through play. She provides a wide range of indoor activities and opportunities to promote children's learning. The childminder extends children's learning by taking them out into the community on a daily basis. They visit the shops, cafe's, park, library and toddler groups. However, the childminder does not yet plan activities and experiences in the outdoors to promote learning in all areas. This reduces opportunities for those children who learn best through outdoor play. The childminder ensures that the indoor environment contains resources which are appropriate, well maintained and accessible for all children. She observes and responds to children's emerging needs and interests by adding to the resources to enhance play. Older children are able to select toys and equipment by choosing themselves or asking the childminder. However, the childminder does not provide opportunities to enable babies

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who attend. This is good

and younger children to choose and make their own decisions about their self-chosen play.

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good

The childminder ensures children's emotional well-being is effectively met. She is perceptive and skilful in becoming attuned to what children need, giving children a sense of belonging. The childminder helps promote independence skills by giving children opportunities to prepare their own snacks, do baking activities and tidy away. She teaches children about adopting healthy lifestyles. For example, she discusses the importance of choosing healthy food options as children prepare fruit salads, fruit kebabs and pizzas. The childminder sets clear boundaries and praises children when they use good manners and listen to instructions. Consequently, children behave well. The childminder ensures that any moves children make into nursery or school are effectively managed. She has good links with schools, visiting them each day as she collects and picks up children. This supports younger children to prepare physically and emotionally, because they become

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good

familiar with the routine and the school environment.

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provision is good

The childminder effectively understands and implements the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She regularly reviews, develops and adapts her documentation and evaluates her practice. The childminder is keen and interested in developing her skills further to improve outcomes for children. She attends as many training and professional development opportunities as possible. This is evident when she discusses the positive impact this has had on her practice. The childminder has a clear awareness of the importance of sharing two-way information, so that all parties work together to support children's care, learning and development. She effectively liaises with a range of other professionals to ensure the needs of children are well met. Parents value her highly and comment that, 'She has a huge passion for the work'. They add that 'She not only cares but has a huge input regarding all aspects of our child's development.'

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Setting details

Unique reference number 313794 Local authority Durham Inspection number 868160 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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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 9 February 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1998 and lives in Bridgehill, Consett, County Durham. She operates all year round, from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides funded early education for two-year-old children. The childminder holds a relevant childcare qualification 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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