Noble, Suzanne

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 19 November 2015 8 December 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

 Children have a thoroughly enjoyable time at the setting. The childminder is relaxed and friendly. Children are comfortable and confident and play harmoniously with their friends.  The childminder effectively follows children's individual interests. This supports children's desire to play and explore.  The childminder regularly attends training which helps to improve her knowledge, understanding and practice.  The childminder has successfully created a family atmosphere where children are learning to respect and celebrate each other's differences. This has a positive effect on children's emotional well-being and they feel secure in her care.  The childminder has a good knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She uses her knowledge effectively to support what children are already learning in school.  The childminder is a good role model for the children; she offers guidance and reassurance to children throughout their activities and daily routines. Children are

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This provision is good

aware of the expectations of the setting and respond positively by behaving very well.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not fully promote children's independence.  The childminder does not always obtain and use the views of parents and children when evaluating the setting.

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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 develop their independence and make choices about what they want to do  develop further ways to gather the views of parents and children, to contribute towards the ongoing improvement of the setting.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the childminder's house and talked with the children and the childminder.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as, training certificates, evidence of the suitability of other household members and talked to the childminder about her self-evaluation.  The inspector also took account of the views of parents from their written feedback to the childminder.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a secure understanding of how to safeguard children from harm. She can recognise the signs and symptoms of possible abuse and neglect, and knows what to do if she has a concern regarding a child's welfare. Risks are further minimised through robust risk assessments. Partnerships with parents are good. They are very happy with the care provided for their children. The childminder shares information about their children's activities daily. The childminder reflects on her practice regularly. However, she does not give parents or children opportunities to contribute towards her ongoing evaluation of the setting. The childminder is committed to her own professional development. She attends regular training to keep her knowledge up to date, including mandatory training, such as safeguarding and first aid.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides a wide range of interesting resources and children clearly enjoy their time in the setting. There are opportunities for children to be creative and use their imagination, such as through art and craft activities. The childminder supports children to use glue, material and scissors carefully and they are very proud of what they achieve. The childminder encourages the children to talk and listen to each other. Children confidently talk about their school day and their home life. The childminder has developed good links with the local primary school and shares relevant information with teachers, which helps to ensure children's individual needs are met. She plans activities to complement children's interests and the learning that takes place at school. This helps children to further develop the skills needed for future learning.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children form strong attachments with the childminder because she is calm, caring and respectful. Children's behaviour is good. Children are encouraged to help each other, take turns and respect each other's needs. Children benefit from regular opportunities to play in the garden. In addition, children go on regular outings, which helps to promote their physical development. Children's good health is effectively promoted. They are provided with healthy meals and discuss the benefits of health eating. Children have good hygiene routines. The childminder offers gentle reminders to them to wash their hands and to cover their mouths when they cough. The childminder involves children in routines, such as choosing their own cups and plates, which helps them develop a sense of responsibility and belonging.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 318974 Local authority Newcastle Inspection number 868541 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Age range of children 4 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 8 December 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1995 and lives in Newcastle. She provides out of school care all year round from 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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