Childminder EY475365

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 10 February 2016 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 developed comprehensive systems that underpin her very organised practice and demonstrate her secure understanding of all aspects of her role and responsibilities.  The childminder knows children's learning needs well and identifies areas where children may need extra support. This helps to ensure that all children make good progress, so that they are well prepared for later learning at school.  The childminder encourages parents to be involved in their children's learning and to contribute towards assessments. She uses the information she gathers, along with her own observations to plan challenging and exciting activities that build on what the children already know and can do.  The childminder supports children's emotional well-being effectively. Children form trusting bonds with her and they are extremely confident and happy in her care.  The childminder has a calm and consistent approach to managing children's behaviour.

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This provision is good

Children respond well and they learn to manage their feelings, as well as understanding and respecting others.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Occasionally, children who prefer to learn outdoors are supported less effectively.  The childminder reflects on her practice. However, self-evaluation does not sufficiently inform the childminder's priorities or set challenging targets to secure continuous improvement.

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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 the strong teaching across all areas of the provision, and support those children who prefer to learn outdoors more effectively  improve the focus of self-evaluation, to inform the setting's priorities and set challenging targets to secure continuous improvement.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as safeguarding procedures and evidence of the suitability of other adults on the premises.  The inspector looked at written feedback from parents during the inspection and took account of their views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder has completed a home-based childcare course and takes steps to keep her knowledge and skills up to date. This contributes towards her secure knowledge of the learning and development requirements and informs her how to plan towards children's good progress. Partnerships with parents and other settings that children attend are effective. The childminder uses a variety of methods to share information with them about children's care and learning. This helps to ensure consistency and further promotes children's well-being and development. Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder clearly understands what to do if she has a concern about a child's welfare and regularly checks her home to ensure that it remains safe.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder understands the different ways in which young children learn. She provides them with an effective balance of planned activities and opportunities to explore and lead their own play. She knows when to involve herself in children's play, and when to allow them to explore by themselves. She incorporates their ideas and interests into planned activities. For example, she provides extra tools and resources for children to make snowmen during a creative activity. This helps children to enjoy their learning and they become engrossed. Teaching is strong, and at times, of a very high quality. The childminder skilfully weaves learning opportunities into fun and enjoyable activities. For example, as children enjoy exploring spaghetti, the childminder encourages them to learn about mathematical concepts, such as counting and comparing. The childminder encourages a love of books and children delight in sharing stories with her and with each

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

other. This helps to promote their language and early literacy skills.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are welcomed into a bright and stimulating playroom filled with good quality resources that support children's development in all areas of learning. The childminder enables children to make their own choices, and they help to plan their day alongside her each morning. The childminder provides many opportunities for children to develop their independence skills and assesses these carefully. This helps to prepare children for their move on to school. For example, even the youngest children are able to put on and take off their coats and also enjoy helping with simple tasks, such as preparing snacks. The childminder provides nutritious meals for children and is careful to provide appropriate and safe options for those with dietary requirements. This helps to meet children's physical needs and to teach them about healthy lifestyles.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are confident communicators who happily talk about what they are doing and discuss their ideas. They develop early mathematical skills and literacy skills, which help to prepare them well for more formal learning when they move on to school. All children make good progress and some are making progress beyond the typical levels of development expected for their age.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY475365 Local authority Stockton on Tees Inspection number 975180 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 2 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2014 and lives in Stockton. She operates all year round from 8am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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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