Childminder in Darlington

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 22 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

 Teaching is strong and covers all areas of learning well. Children are motivated, enthusiastic learners who make good progress in their learning and development.  Parents' written comments are very positive about the service provided by the childminder. They praise the good levels of care and know that children enjoy a wide range of activities throughout the day.  Children enjoy a good range of healthy snacks and drinks. The childminder works closely with parents to support children's nutritional needs, health and physical well- being.  The childminder has high expectations for children's behaviour. She gently reminds children of these throughout the day. Children have good manners and learn to share and take care of resources.  Children's language skills are very well supported. The childminder responds positively to children's different ways of communicating. She introduces new vocabulary as they

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This provision is good

play together, to develop their understanding of language.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Although there is a programme for ongoing development, this is not yet aimed at raising the quality of teaching, to an even higher level.  The childminder does not consistently share information about children's learning and development with providers at other early years settings they attend.

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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

 plan an astute programme of development that is aimed at raising the overall quality of teaching and practice to the highest level  strengthen arrangements for sharing information with providers at other early years settings that children attend.

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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 held a meeting with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation, such as the self-evaluation and evidence of the suitability of adults within the home.  The inspector took account of parents' written comments.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder follows her policies and procedures to provide a safe environment for children. She demonstrates a good understanding of statutory requirements. Parents are kept very well informed about the good range of activities that are planned for their children. Any gaps in children's learning or development are promptly identified and timely interventions put in place. The childminder knows the signs that may cause concern about a child's welfare and the appropriate action to take. She uses her knowledge and in-depth training to reflect upon the effectiveness of her provision to evaluate how well she meets the needs of children who attend her setting. She sets high expectations to continue to improve the good service that she provides.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder is well qualified and has good knowledge of how young children learn. Her teaching is strong. She uses her observations and assessments of children's learning and development well to help children make good progress. She knows the children extremely well, using their interests as a starting point for planning activities. The childminder introduces different resources and ideas to enhance and extend the learning opportunities as children play. Children respond positively and enjoy the childminder joining in with their play, they are keen for her to read books and enjoy singing with her. The childminder asks parents about children's learning and interests at home as part of the induction process. She uses this information to identify children's individual needs and to plan for their next steps in learning. Children have many opportunities to learn about the natural world. They go on outings in the local area, where they learn about different

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

environments through first-hand experiences.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children enjoy their time in the childminder's home. Resources are well organised and accessible, which encourages children to become increasingly independent in making choices. Children are becoming confident and self-motivated learners. The childminder supports children's confidence and self-esteem very well. She praises their efforts and knows when to intervene, to help children persist with a challenge. The childminder is very responsive to children's care needs. She has flexible routines that support children's well- being. She observes when children need to be active or have a rest and responds to these needs straight away. Children have daily opportunities to be physically active and enjoy fresh air, which help to encourage a positive attitude to healthy lifestyles.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress in all areas of learning. They are enthusiastic, motivated learners who are confident and actively participate, contributing their own ideas to shape their learning. Children enjoy learning and socialising together as a group. They learn how to cooperate in their play and are well prepared for their next stage of learning. They acquire the key learning behaviours and attitudes that support them well as they move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY479873 Local authority Darlington Inspection number 982744 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 8 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 Darlington. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a degree in working with children and young families.

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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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