Childminder in Middlesbrough

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 30 October 2015 29 June 2010

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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

 Teaching is very good. The childminder is well qualified and has a very good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and child development.  Children's behaviour is very good. The childminder is a positive role model. She sets clear rules and boundaries and helps children develop an understanding of fairness, equality and respect for others.  The childminder recognises that every child is an individual. She tailors her practice to their needs and is sensitive, caring, supportive and fun. Children enjoy spending time with her and feel safe and secure in her care.  Children are very well supported when they start in the setting. The childminder is flexible to meet the needs of children and their families and helps them settle quickly.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not yet fully extended opportunities for parents to provide feedback about the setting, as part of her self-evaluation and improvement planning process.  The childminder does not always provide opportunities for children to read for a purpose and fully extend their understanding that information and instructions can be relayed in print.

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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

 strengthen opportunities for parents to share their views about how the setting can be improved  increase opportunities for children to see and use information in print, in order to help them understand its purpose and make the most rapid progress possible in reading.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed all of the areas of the setting used for childminding.  The inspector undertook a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector observed children playing indoors and outdoors, and assessed the quality of teaching and learning.  The inspector viewed a range of documentation, including children's records, policies and procedures, risk assessments, qualifications and suitability checks.  The inspector spoke to children and the childminder throughout the inspection.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of how to ensure that the environment is safe and what to do if she has concerns about a child's welfare. Risk assessments are used to reduce hazards in the setting and on outings and a variety of health and safety policies are evident in practice. The childminder is reflective and evaluative. She highlights areas for improvement and attends training to improve her practice and to ensure that children's needs are met. The childminder has positive partnerships with parents, schools and professionals and communication is effective. This contributes to a fully shared approach to children's ongoing care, learning and development.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children are enthusiastic learners, who actively engage with the variety of interesting and developmentally appropriate activities and experiences on offer. These reflect children's interests, consolidate their previous learning and provide appropriate challenge. The environment is well organised and children are encouraged to make independent choices and lead their own learning. Children are outstanding communicators, who share their thoughts and ideas through high-quality interactions with the childminder. She sits alongside children as they play, encouraging them to think about and solve problems for themselves. The childminder helps children link their experiences to all seven areas of learning, which broadens their understanding of the world around them. The childminder observes and tracks children's progress, acting quickly to close gaps in their learning and to meet additional needs. Learning journals and daily diaries provide a detailed picture of

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

children's time in the setting. Parents feel very well informed about their children's achievements, which helps them effectively support children's learning at home.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder builds strong, supportive relationships with children and promotes their emotional well-being and individual needs very well. She continually praises children's efforts and achievements, raising their confidence, self-belief and self-esteem. Children learn about the importance of a healthy diet, fresh air and exercise. They understand the need for hygiene routines and are encouraged to develop independence and responsibility. Children have daily opportunities to play outside and connect with the natural world around them. They enjoy a range of outings in the local community and develop social skills as they mix with other children. The childminder encourages children to develop an understanding of how to keep themselves safe in the setting. She uses astute questioning to help children think for themselves and consider the consequences of their actions. This helps children develop consideration for others and the environment.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good and sometimes outstanding progress. Assessments are accurate and used to track children's progress over time. Children's next steps in learning are planned and they are well supported to develop the skills they need for school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY398154 Local authority Middlesbrough Inspection number 859940 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 29 June 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2009 and lives in the Marton area of Middlesbrough. The childminder holds an appropriate early years qualification at level 3. The setting opens from 8am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year round.

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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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