Childminder in North Tyneside

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 9 September 2015 9 March 2011

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This inspection: Good 2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2

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This provision is good

 The childminder tracks children's progress very well. She uses detailed observations and assessments to check children's progress and identify the next steps in their learning. Consequently, all children make good progress.  Partnerships with parents and other settings that children attend are strong and have a positive impact on the progress they make.  The childminder holds an early years qualification and has a good understanding of how young children learn. She uses a variety of effective teaching methods that engage children in learning and, therefore, support their progress.  The environment is welcoming and children feel at home. They respond to the childminder's cheerful personality and they have fun during their time in the setting.  The childminder knows the children in her care very well. She offers lots of praise, reassurance and has a consistent and caring approach. This has a positive effect on

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This provision is good

children's emotional well-being and they feel secure in her care.  The childminder manages children's behaviour well. Her fair, calm manner sets a good example to children and they learn to understand and respect the feelings of others.  Self-evaluation is strong and identifies clear priorities for all aspects of practice, including outcomes for children.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Occasionally, activities for younger children are too difficult to achieve.  The childminder sometimes misses opportunities to develop children's independence that arise during activities and regular routines.

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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

 ensure activities are suitable and manageable for the full age range of children taking part  maximise opportunities that arise during activities and routines to encourage children's developing independence.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as self-evaluation, and children's learning and development records.  The inspector looked at written feedback from parents during the inspection and took account of their views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder runs her provision very efficiently. Effective policies and procedures are in place. These inform her practice and demonstrate a good understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. Safeguarding procedures are clear and effective. The childminder evaluates her practice very well and includes parents in the process. This demonstrates a strong capacity for continuous improvement in outcomes for children. The childminder is committed to professional development. She does lots of research to update her knowledge and identify ways to improve her practice. She has set a priority to attend further training to build upon her good teaching skills.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder uses information from her high-quality observations to plan a wide variety of fun and exciting activities that appeal to children's interests. This helps to support their progress across all areas of learning. However, sometimes younger children are not able to fully take part or complete activities because they are too difficult for them to manage. Consequently, younger children's learning needs are not always met in the best possible way. Parents are very much involved in planning for their children's learning. The childminder has developed a very good two-way flow of information about children's learning both at home and in the setting. The childminder gives parents lots of information and ideas about how they can support their child's learning at home. Parents contribute directly to assessments of their children's learning. Consequently, there is a consistent approach to support children's development which has a very positive impact on the

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children have access to a good range of resources that support their progress in all areas of development both indoors and outside. The childminder praises children often and celebrates their achievements enthusiastically. Consequently, children gain high levels of confidence and self-esteem. The childminder encourages children to help with some simple tasks and choose their own resources. However, sometimes she offers assistance to children too quickly, missing opportunities to allow them to try for themselves. Therefore, children do not always develop independence skills as quickly as they could. The childminder effectively promotes healthy lifestyles. Children have lots of opportunities for fresh air and exercise and the childminder discusses healthy options with them at snack times. The childminder provides plentiful opportunities for children to socialise and learn about their community and the wider world.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress from their individual starting points. Strong, effective relationships with parents and other settings mean that children are well prepared when they move on to the next stage of their learning and eventually on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY341338 Local authority North Tyneside Inspection number 857227 Type of provision Childminder Day care type 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 March 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2006 and lives in Shiremoor. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate 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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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