Childminder in North Tyneside

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 13 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 has a good understanding of how children learn through play. She plans activities and organises the environment well. Resources are interesting, well- maintained and suit children's individual needs and interests.  The childminder gathers a good range of information from parents when children first start attending. Observations and assessments effectively identify children's next steps in learning, which helps lead to good progress in their development.  Effective settling-in arrangements help to ensure children become confident and self- assured in their new environment. Children develop strong bonds with the childminder, which promotes their welfare and well-being effectively. Children are happy, settled and self-motivated.  The childminder effectively promotes children's communication and language development. She listens attentively and responds with skilful comments and questions

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This provision is good

that extend children's understanding.  The childminder has good relationships with parents and other providers. There are effective methods in place to promote children's shared learning and assessments. Parents are complimentary about the service they receive.  The childminder uses meaningful praise and treats each child with respect. Children play well together, learning good behaviour and social skills.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always follow through all instructions given to younger children, to extend and encourage responsiveness and reflection.  Priorities to improve the provision further are not yet focused enough to raise the quality and improve achievement to an outstanding level.

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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 clearer instructions and guidance to younger children so that they develop an even greater understanding of how to respond  make priorities for improvement even clearer and more focused to help improve the quality of the provision even further.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector had a tour of the premises, observed and talked with children as they played and discussed policy and practice with the childminder.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and other adults within the household.  The inspector viewed a range of documents including relevant policies and procedures, risk assessments, the childminder's self-evaluation form and children's files and diaries.  The inspector viewed references from parents and took these into account.  The inspector conducted a joint observation with the childminder.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder uses a variety of methods to keep up-to-date with new developments and legislation in childcare and education. She receives support from the local authority, takes part in online networking forums and has effective links with other professionals. This helps to maintain her professional development. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. A comprehensive range of policies and procedures are shared with parents. Children are helped to be kept safe through thorough risk assessments, which minimise hazards in the environment. The childminder has a first-aid qualification and has completed safeguarding training. She has a good understanding of the procedures to follow to help protect children from harm or abuse. The childminder is self-reflective, adapting documents and evaluating activities to better meet the needs of children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides a good range of stimulating activities and experiences that entice children to play and explore. She provides natural materials, giving children opportunities to gain an understanding of the world. A good range of resources are available to support children in developing their imagination, based on their own first-hand experiences. The childminder models language, asks good questions and encourages recall to support children's thinking skills. Children become active learners, for example, when making a dough mixture. The childminder supports them well in developing their physical skills and concentration, for example, as they pour flour, adding and mixing further ingredients. Children have access to a wide range of books. They enjoy listening to the animated voices the childminder uses when she reads to them. They laugh and become excited, having fun as they join in with the story.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder supports children in acquiring the necessary skills in preparation for school. She encourages children to be independent, for example, dressing, undressing and attending to their own personal needs. Children's health is promoted well, supporting children's physical well-being. The childminder ensures children learn about healthy food choices. Children have access to daily outdoor activities, benefitting from the exercise and fresh air. The childminder uses play opportunities to teach children about good personal hygiene routines, such as brushing teeth. She teaches children about valuing and respecting each other, using local and international celebrations and a range of resources to introduce children to different cultures.

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Outcomes for children are good

The childminder effectively supports children in making good progress in their learning and development in relation to their starting points. Visits to playgroups help younger children develop their social skills and become more confident and self-assured as they mix with other children and adults. The childminder provides plentiful opportunities for older children to develop early literacy and mathematics skills. These skills effectively help to prepare children for moving on to nursery or school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY463964 Local authority North Tyneside Inspection number 942839 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 12 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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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 North Shields, Tyne and Wear. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, 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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