Childminder in Durham

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 7 August 2015 23 March 2011

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Outstanding 1 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

 Very good opportunities are provided for parents to keep updated about their children's progress. Parents are encouraged to support and share their children's learning at home in a number of effective ways.  The childminder supports children's listening and attention skills very well, both indoors and outside.  The safeguarding of children is given very high priority. The childminder acts upon all guidance and keeps her practice updated to the highest level. All areas of her home are safe for children to access and are free from hazards.  The childminder promotes children's independence skills very well.  Children's behaviour is very good. The childminder provides gentle reminders about expectations and boundaries within her home.  Very good opportunities are provided for children to learn about the importance of eating a healthy, balanced diet.  Good hygiene practices are adopted throughout the day. The childminder helps children

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This provision is good

to wash their hands and explains the importance of this to them.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always provide sufficient opportunities for children to follow their thoughts and ideas as they play.  The childminder does not always give children time to think and respond when she asks them questions.

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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

 provide more opportunities for children to follow their own interests and ideas during their play  give children more time to think and respond when posing questions.

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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 viewed regulatory documentation including evidence of suitability checks, children's details, learning journals and a sample of policies and procedures.  The inspector discussed self-evaluation and how this is organised to drive improvements that benefit the children.

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who attend. This is good

The quality of the childminder's teaching is consistently good. She is particularly skilled in developing children's early counting skills through everyday play-based activities. This supports them to make progress in this area of learning and prepares them well with the skills they need for school. The childminder supports children's communication and language skills well. However, she does not always give children enough time to think and respond before they give her an answer to a question. The childminder is well qualified and has strong knowledge of how young children learn and develop. She completes precise, accurate assessments, using these very well to plan interesting and challenging activities that support children to make good progress. Children enjoy exploring and investigating the extensive range of activities available. However, they are not always able to follow their own thoughts and ideas to direct their learning. Occasionally, when the

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who attend. This is good

children are engrossed in play, the childminder intervenes with suggestions and does not give them time to explore and expand on their own ideas.

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outstanding

Children form very strong attachments with the childminder and other members of her family. Consistently high levels of care are provided and children's physical needs are met to the highest level. Children's emotional well-being is supported exceptionally well. Extensive information is gathered on entry to the setting. The childminder uses this very well to provide continuity in children's routines and the care they receive. Children's emotional well-being is supported equally well when they prepare to move on to nursery or school. Children are presented with a highly stimulating environment, indoors and outside. Children enjoy a vast range of experiences that develops their social skills and promotes their learning very well. They show high levels of confidence and are motivated to explore their surroundings.

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provision is good

The childminder monitors the quality of her provision very well. She ensures that all activities and experiences provided for children reflect their interests and stages of development. Detailed analysis is made of children's assessments. This ensures that any intervention required, to meet children's needs, is secured as early as possible. Self- evaluation is good. The childminder accurately identifies areas where she would like to improve her service, taking account of the views of parents and children. She is committed to improving her professional knowledge through accessing training and working closely with other childminders in her local area. This helps to ensure that her knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage is continually kept updated. Partnerships with local schools and external agencies are good. The childminder demonstrates a proactive attitude in working together to meet children's individual needs and circumstances.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 550089 Local authority Durham Inspection number 848064 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 23 March 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2001 and lives in Annfield Plain, near Stanley. She operates all year round from 5.15am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. 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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