Childminder in Durham

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 24 November 2015 24 October 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 plans a good range of activities which supports children's next steps in their learning. Children are keen to explore their surroundings and grow in confidence.  Children are happy and settled. They have warm relationships with the childminder and plenty of individual attention. Clear routines ensure their needs are met promptly. They understand what is going to happen next and are ready to make the most of learning opportunities. This supports their emotional well-being.  The childminder provides a welcoming environment with a range of developmentally appropriate resources which are attractive and interesting to children. She collects information from parents about children's needs when they start, which helps her provide a nurturing environment for children.  Partnerships with parents are a key strength of the setting. The childminder keeps them fully involved with their child's learning and development through discussions and

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This provision is good

good information. This makes a significantly positive contribution to meeting children's individual needs and ensures consistency and continuity of care and learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always model the pronunciation of words clearly to fully extend children's communication and language skills.  Although the childminder gives timely reminders to children regarding their safety, she does not fully support them in understanding the consequences if they do not follow her guidance.

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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

 model new words clearly to ensure children learn how to pronounce them correctly as they develop their communication and language skills  support and encourage children to understand the reasons for managing their own safety.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector looked at a range of documentation, including policies, evidence of suitability of household members, the childminder's self-evaluation and observations, and assessment documentation.  The inspector conducted a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector toured the premises used by children during the inspection and observed children's activities.  The inspector took account of the views of parents from written comments they had made.  The inspector held conversations with the childminder and children 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 what to do if she has concerns about the welfare of a child. The childminder carries out regular risk assessments for the home and outings to minimise hazards for children. Since the last inspection, she has developed effective self-evaluation, which helps her to reflect on her practice. The childminder involves parents and children in the process and takes on board their comments to help her improve what she offers for children. The childminder frequently attends training. This helps her to keep up to date and has a positive impact on her work with children. The childminder is aware of how to seek help from specialised professionals should children need additional support with their learning and development.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder's teaching is good. She finds out about children's starting points right from the start through consultations with parents. Accurate observations and excellent tracking systems are in place that help the childminder highlight children's achievements, their progress and their next stage in learning. This helps her to identify if there are any delays or gaps in children's learning that she can address swiftly. The childminder skilfully follows children's interests and their lead in play. She is always on hand to support and encourage them to try things for themselves and to persevere with new skills. Babies are given the space to develop their physical skills as they learn how to move around. Children learn to appreciate listening to stories and they enjoy being close to the childminder during this experience. She guides them with learning how to turn the pages, and they discuss the pictures together. This develops their physical skills as well as their ability to

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

predict and interpret the story using their own words.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder provides healthy snacks, meals and easily accessible drinks for the children. She ensures children receive a well-balanced diet and have regular opportunities to play in the fresh air. They access the garden and have daily walks in the local environment. This helps them to learn about the world around them. Visits to the park help children to develop their large-muscle skills as they access the climbing equipment. Children learn to respect themselves and others through the childminder's guidance and a variety of activities. They learn how to play cooperatively and about expected behaviour. Children apply their learning well and behaviour is good. For example, they learn how to share the props that the childminder provides during singing and rhyme activities. The childminder values the importance of sharing learning and development information with other settings that children attend, and children benefit from a shared approach to their

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are making good progress in line with their abilities and are being well prepared for their next stage in learning, including the move on to school. They develop a wide range of skills and positive attitudes towards taking part in learning experiences.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY288713 Local authority Durham Inspection number 1026156 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Age range of children 1 - 6 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 24 October 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2004 and lives in Peterlee, County Durham. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except 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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