Childminder EY477254

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 10 March 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 good and the childminder knows the children's needs very well. She plans activities and experiences which promote children's interests and next steps in learning.  The childminder welcomes children and their families into her comfortable and well- organised home. Through her flexible practice, she helps children settle and they feel secure and happy in her care.  Children form strong bonds with the childminder and clearly enjoy being with her. She is kind and considerate, and helps children to understand and follow her rules and routines. Children respond well to this and their behaviour is very good.  Communication and language is, generally, very well supported. Children become confident communicators, who enjoy engaging others in conversation and happily share their thoughts and needs.  The childminder is a reflective practitioner, she is evaluative and is keen to improve her practice, knowledge and the setting's environment.

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This provision is good

 The childminder has very good partnerships with parents and is committed to working with other professionals, schools and settings to help meet children's needs most effectively.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Occasionally, the childminder asks questions in quick succession, or provides answers to her questions, without giving children time to think and respond to her.  The childminder has not yet developed effective systems to gather information from parents about children's attainment when they start in 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

 enhance questioning skills that give children time to think and respond  strengthen information gathering from parents about children's learning and attainment when they start in the setting.

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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 completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as, children's records, health and safety policies and procedures, accident and medication records and suitability checks.  The inspector viewed the areas of the home used for childminding.  The inspector spoke to 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 is vigilant as children play, she gently reminds them how to move around with care and undertakes risk assessments to reduce hazards. Policies and procedures are carefully thought through and are evident in practice. The childminder has a good knowledge of child protection and knows what to do if she has concerns about a child's welfare or development. The childminder tracks children's attainment to ensure that they are progressing well. She uses observations to make accurate assessments of children's progress, and closes any gaps in learning or specific needs quickly. Parents are regularly updated about children's progress and know how to support learning at home.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn and develop. She uses a range of effective teaching strategies to help children make progress and tailors her practice to meet their individual learning styles. Children become confident communicators, who enjoy engaging others in conversations and sharing their thoughts and needs. A range of resources, toys and equipment is provided which children access independently. Children enjoy using resources in different ways and the childminder embraces this and offers them encouragement. For example, when children use pens to create patterns in their dough the childminder praises their ingenuity. This boosts children's confidence, helps them develop a 'can do' attitude and lets them know their efforts are valued.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder recognises the important role she plays in helping children to stay healthy and understand the importance of a balanced diet, fresh air and exercise. They regularly visit local parks, where children can engage with nature and develop an understanding and love of the world around them. The childminder helps children understand their local community and be respectful to others and the environment. Children are encouraged to be independent and persevere when they are faced with challenges. The childminder uses explanation and encouragement to help children do things for themselves and not become over reliant on adults. The childminder helps children to manage their own hygiene and understand how to keep themselves safe.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress across all areas of learning. They develop a positive attitude and are keen to engage and join in. Children make choices and lead their own learning, becoming engrossed for long periods of time. They know that the childminder is there to support them and they are not afraid to ask for help or advice when they need it. These skills and attributes are vitally important and prepare children for continued success at school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY477254 Local authority Gateshead Inspection number 981488 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 2 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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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 the Dunston area of Gateshead. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, 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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