Childminder in Stockton-on-Tees

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 13 August 2015 14 April 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 quality of teaching is consistently good. The childminder supports all children to make good progress in their learning.  The childminder has a very flexible settling-in procedure. She takes time getting to know the needs of children and their families and ensures that children's physical and emotional needs are well supported. This helps children settle quickly.  The childminder plans a wide variety of learning experiences that capture children's interests. Children are supported to develop the skills they need for school and their future learning.  Children are supported to keep safe in the setting. The childminder has a very good knowledge of safeguarding practice. She understands the procedures to follow if she has concerns about a child's welfare. Policies and procedures are robust and can be seen in practice.  Children are provided with opportunities to develop knowledge and understanding

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This provision is good

across all seven areas of learning. The childminder promotes the characteristics of effective learning. This helps children to become inquisitive, confident, resilient and motivated.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Occasionally, opportunities for children to link words to their play are not fully maximised.  Children do not always have enough opportunities to play imaginatively.

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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

 extend opportunities for children to acquire and understand new words  provide more opportunities for children to play imaginatively.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed the areas of the setting used for childminding.  The inspector viewed a sample of documentation, including policies, children's records, learning journals, planning and assessment documents and risk assessments.  The inspector observed children and assessed the quality of teaching.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of all members of the household.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.

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who attend. This is good

The well-qualified childminder has a very good knowledge and understanding of how children learn, develop and play. She uses this alongside good quality observation, assessment and planning systems to help children meet their next steps in learning. She works closely and effectively with parents to support children's learning at home. The childminder promotes children's communication and language development very well. Children develop confidence and chatter excitedly as they become engrossed in play. However, the childminder does not always provide enough opportunities for children to link words to objects and actions as they play. Parents provide valuable information about their child's individual care, learning and developmental needs. This helps the childminder prepare the environment to reflect children's interests, as a starting point. The childminder celebrates children's achievements by displaying their work and photographs of them.

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who attend. This is good

Children enjoy looking at the displays and it helps them feel valued. They enjoy time outdoors and develop an understanding of the benefits of daily fresh air and exercise.

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good

The childminder ensures that children feel at home and welcome in the warm and inviting environment she provides. Children clearly love being with her and she is quick to recognise when they need her support or a reassuring cuddle. There are a number of spaces in her home which can be used flexibly. Children access resources independently. They enjoy sorting through neat, well-organised boxes, selecting from a range of high- quality toys. However, there are fewer opportunities for children to play imaginatively. The childminder promotes healthy living very well. She discusses the importance of good hygiene practices and helps children develop self-help and self-care skills. The childminder teaches children about the importance of staying safe and taking appropriate risks during their play. This helps children understand safe practices and develop the confidence to assess risks as they try new experiences. Children's behaviour is very good. The

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good

childminder helps them develop an understanding of considering others and sets clear boundaries and expectations.

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provision is good

The childminder has a very good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and ensures that all requirements are effectively met. Robust systems are in place for monitoring children's progress. Gaps in children's learning are planned for and, where needed, the correct additional support is swiftly sought. The childminder is very keen to continue to develop her practice. She attends training, which improves her teaching and helps her meet children's individual needs. The childminder has very good relationships with parents and children's learning at home is well supported. She collects parents' views about the setting and uses these to inform plans for improvement. The childminder has very productive relationships with other professionals and local schools. This helps to ensure that children's needs are met as they continue their learning journey.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY263313 Local authority Stockton on Tees Inspection number 856024 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 14 April 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2003 and lives in Eaglescliffe, Stockton-on-Tees. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a qualification at level 2.

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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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