Childminder, Out-of school day care in Northumberland

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 23 March 2016 4 November 2015

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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 qualified childminder gets to know her children well so that she has a clear picture of their interests and abilities. She identifies what children need to learn next and plans appropriate ways to help them make good progress in their learning and development.  The childminder is friendly and attentive. She uses highly effective ways to help settle new children and they form strong bonds with her. They are very happy and confident in the childminder's home and know the routines. This helps them feel comfortable to explore and learn.  Parents receive regular updates about their children's development. The childminder effectively shares ideas that help parents to support their child's next steps in learning. Parents are very complimentary about the childminder and her setting.  Children feel safe and secure in the childminder's care. She provides a warm and welcoming environment in which children have familiar routines and consistent

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder evaluates the success of her provision and identifies areas for development. However, she has not yet included the views of parents and children.  Other than attending mandatory training, such as first aid and safeguarding, the childminder has not yet introduced a targeted programme of professional development to enhance the quality of teaching and learning.

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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 programme of professional development and raise standards in teaching and learning even higher  strengthen opportunities for parents and children to share their views as part of the self-evaluation process.

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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 the childminder's self- evaluation and evidence of suitability.  The inspector took account of parents' written views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Since the last inspection, the childminder has reviewed her knowledge and understanding of how to complete observations and assessments of children's learning. This helps her to effectively identify any gaps in children's learning and development and take action to narrow them. The childminder has also ensured that public liability insurance is in place. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder fully understands the procedures to follow to help safeguard children. She is also clear about possible signs and symptoms of abuse or neglect. The premises remain secure while children are being cared for. She completes risk assessments that help her to ensure that her environment, resources and equipment are suitable for children to use. The childminder has excellent relationships with other settings that children attend. She values the importance of sharing learning and development information and children benefit from a shared approach to

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder plans for children to take part in many stimulating activities within the home. Children enjoy activities initiated by the childminder and become well engaged. Children of different ages explore different textures, such as cornflour and water. They feel the cornflour and are encouraged to see and feel how it changes when water is added. The childminder adapts the activity to suit children's learning needs. She promotes their communication skills well when she models new words, such as squelchy to describe the texture. Babies enjoy the simple pleasure of splashing their hands in water. The childminder consistently talks through what is happening. She asks questions and encourages children to repeat words, helping them to listen in a range of situations.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is a positive role model and knows the children's individual personalities well. Children learn about boundaries and expectations for safe play and good behaviour. The childminder promotes these consistently, encouraging children to share and be kind to others. The childminder understands the important role she plays in promoting healthy lifestyles. She provides nutritious and balanced meals and snacks, and she encourages children to be active. The childminder regularly takes children out to the park and for walks, where they enjoy and connect with the natural world around them.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are highly motivated and make good progress over time. They acquire very positive attitudes to learning. Children develop the confidence to explore their own ideas. They have high levels of well-being and become very involved in their self-initiated learning. Children have the skills needed in readiness for the next stages in their learning as they move on to new settings and school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY412970 Local authority Northumberland Inspection number 1032268 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 4 November 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2010 and lives in New Hartley, North Tyneside. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, except for 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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