Childminder EY416365

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 16 March 2016 26 July 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 quality of teaching is good. The childminder understands the different ways that young children learn and plans activities that are fun, educational and appeal to their interests. This helps to engage children effectively in their learning.  Parents play an active part in their children's learning and there are effective arrangements in place for sharing information. This helps to consistently promote children's progress and to support continuity of care.  The childminder checks children's progress regularly. This helps her to identify any gaps in their learning, and to plan effectively to help them catch up quickly.  Children receive lots of praise and the childminder celebrates their achievements with them. This makes them feel valued and special and contributes to their developing self- esteem.  The childminder evaluates her practice regularly and gathers feedback from parents. She uses the information gathered to improve on her already good practice. This

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This provision is good

contributes to her capacity to continuously improve outcomes for children.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not consistently use her good communication skills to encourage children to think, problem solve and develop their imaginations.  Sometimes the childminder does not encourage children to concentrate and keep trying before helping them with tasks and activities.

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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

 make even better use of questions and narrative and help to extend children's imaginative and problem-solving skills to the highest level  support children even more effectively to develop their concentration and perseverance.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching 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. She looked at relevant documentation, such as the safeguarding policy and evidence of the suitability of people living 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 is qualified and continues with her professional development. She also works closely with other childminders to share ideas and information. This helps her to keep her knowledge and skills up to date and to build on her good teaching skills. She provides a good range of activities and is careful to ensure she promotes children's progress in all areas of learning. Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder understands how to keep children safe. She knows what action she must take if she is worried about the welfare of a child. The childminder has formed effective partnerships with local schools and nurseries and they share information about children's progress. This helps to provide a consistent approach that supports children's learning effectively.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder completes regular observations and assessments of children's learning. These help her to accurately identify the progress they make and what they need to learn next. She carefully plans activities that are tailored to children's individual learning needs and help them to make further progress in their learning. The childminder encourages children to widen and develop their interests to help them to use new, or different, skills. For example, she introduces farm animals to the train set. The childminder provides opportunities for children to learn about beliefs and values in their own community and the wider world. For example, children take part in art and craft activities linked to celebrations such as Chinese New Year and St Patrick's Day. The childminder effectively supports children's mathematical development. For example, she encourages them to work out how many more pieces are needed to complete a train track. This helps to

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

develop their understanding of different sizes and shapes.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder forms warm and caring relationships with the children. They feel at home and they move around with confidence. This helps to promote their emotional well-being, and they feel very safe and secure. The childminder models good manners and has a calm approach. She sets clear expectations for children which help to promote their good behaviour. They learn to value the differences between people, and to understand and respect each other's needs. The childminder effectively promotes children's physical well- being. She teaches them about the importance of keeping themselves healthy, for instance, as they wash their hands and choose from a range of healthy food options at snack time. Frequent opportunities to spend time outdoors mean children get regular fresh air and exercise.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress. They are all working within the range of development typical for their age. They enjoy their learning as they independently play with resources that interest them. Children learn key skills for future learning such as early mathematics and literacy. For example, the childminder incorporates songs and stories into everyday activities. This helps to prepare them for future learning when they move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY416365 Local authority Darlington Inspection number 851715 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 6 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 26 July 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2010 and lives in Darlington. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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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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