Gibson, Debby Joanne

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 8 October 2015 Not applicable

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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 is committed to improving her skills and practice. She effectively uses the internet and support from the local authority to keep up to date with all childcare issues. She regularly undertakes research to gain ideas and increase her knowledge further.  The childminder has a good knowledge of child development and a clear understanding of how children learn. She plans exciting, stimulating and challenging experiences that help children make good progress towards all the early learning goals.  Children show close attachments with the childminder. Her sensitivity, calmness and ability to support and guide children, helps them develop a strong sense of belonging and self-assurance.  The childminder uses self-evaluation as a tool to improve her provision further. She consults with parents and carers on a regular basis and values all feedback. Observations and discussions with children help to identify children's preferred learning

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This provision is good

styles.  Partnerships with parents and other providers are very good. The childminder ensures that shared learning opportunities contribute to the continuity of care and education. She keeps parents well informed regarding their children's progress in their learning and development.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Occasionally, the childminder intervenes and provides alternative suggestions too quickly which sometimes distracts children from concentrating on their existing play.  Children have few opportunities to learn about different communities and the diverse lifestyles from around the world.

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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

 give children more time to play and explore without interruption to enable them to discover and develop their own ideas even further  provide a wider range of opportunities to support children in gaining a better understanding of other people, communities and lifestyles.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed the premises, inside and outdoors, and observed interactions between the childminder and children.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder and conducted a joint observation.  The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's suitability and looked at samples of documentation, policies and procedures, and children's files and journals.  The inspector viewed and took into account feedback and comments from parents and carers.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good understanding of how to keep children safe from abuse or harm. She assesses all risks which help to minimise hazards. Furthermore, she gives children time to assess their own risks so that they learn how to take care of themselves and keep safe. Policies and procedures are effectively implemented and records well maintained, contributing to the safe and efficient management of the setting. The childminder effectively tracks children's progress in their learning and development. She has a good knowledge and understanding of how to ensure that any gaps in children's learning and development are swiftly responded to.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Overall, the quality of teaching is good. The childminder is skilled at planning and implementing activities to suit all children's needs and abilities. For example, younger children take great delight in exploring natural, sensory materials. The childminder talks to children about how different materials feel. She introduces new vocabulary, supporting their language and communication skills. Older children concentrate and develop their hand-to-eye coordination as they work out how to make water flow into the bowl. The childminder supports children in acquiring the skills in preparation for school. She introduces lots of counting and mathematical challenges to extend children's thinking and problem-solving skills. The childminder provides lots of opportunities for children to make marks, be creative and develop early writing skills.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are happy and confident as they independently take part in a wide range of activities. Children enjoy the freedom of exploring the outdoor environment. They collect leaves, splash in the water, bounce on the trampoline and practise their balancing skills on the range of bicycles and scooters. The childminder provides practical help and emotional support to children. She uses highly effective strategies to promote positive behaviour. She provides clear explanations and effectively supports children in learning how to respect and care for each other. She teaches and encourages children to be independent. Children learn to dress themselves and put on their own shoes. The childminder provides fruit and vegetables at snack times, helping to promote an awareness of healthy eating. Children learn about good hygiene practice. The childminder provides routines that encourage children to wash their hands after playing outside, visiting the toilet and before

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are motivated to learn and make good progress in their learning and development in relation to their starting points. The childminder effectively helps children to be confident, purposeful and capable learners who are well prepared for starting school. The childminder works closely with parents and other providers to ensure consistency in planning for children's learning and development needs.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY462421 Local authority North Tyneside Inspection number 953352 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 12 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2013 and lives in Shiremoor, Newcastle. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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