Childminder in Northumberland

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 1 June 2016 11 March 2013

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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 good teaching skills and a secure understanding of the early years foundation stage. She provides interesting and challenging experiences that meet the needs of all children.  Children have strong attachments to the childminder, who is very caring and attentive to their needs. This has a significant impact on children's confidence, self-esteem and motivation to learn.  Children's language development is given a high priority by the childminder. She is skilled in using conversation to help promote children's thinking and listening skills and encouraging them to express themselves.  Detailed observations and accurate assessments are undertaken to ensure that children's progress is monitored and any gaps in their development are identified.  The childminder has a good understanding of safeguarding and how to promote the health and safety of children in her care. She has assessed the risks to the premises

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This provision is good

well and has minimised these so children can use all areas safely.  The childminder forms strong partnerships with parents. Regular information is shared with parents about the activities their children enjoy which supports children's learning at home.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not recently accessed professional development opportunities to help develop her teaching skills to an even higher level.  Self-evaluation does not have the exceptional detail that helps identify ongoing priorities and plans.

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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

 maximise professional development opportunities that help improve the already good teaching skills to an even higher level  enhance the way in which self-evaluation is used to help shape ongoing plans to raise the quality of the provision.

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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 viewed the areas in the home used for childminding.  The inspector took account of the written views of parents.  The inspector held discussions with children and the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector looked at all relevant documentation, such as children's records, policies and procedures and evidence of the suitability of those living on the premises.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder understands her responsibility to keep her safeguarding knowledge up to date. She knows how to recognise the possible signs and symptoms of abuse and who to report any concerns to. The environment is safe and secure and children are well supervised. The childminder has made significant improvements since her previous inspection. She has successfully addressed the actions and recommendations raised to improve outcomes for children. Parents and children are involved in the self-evaluation process. The childminder holds a relevant early years qualification which gives her a good understanding of how children learn. Documentation is all very well organised and underpins the childminder's practice effectively. The childminder liaises well with local schools and nurseries to offer a continued approach to children's learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder uses observations effectively to identify and successfully plan for the next steps in children's learning. She continually reviews the stimulating activities and experiences she offers children to ensure they reflect their interests and stage of development. Exciting activities outdoors help to promote children's creative and physical development well through a variety of planned and spontaneous activities. Children thoroughly enjoy playing in the garden and exploring and investigating natural resources. The childminder helps children to develop their communication and language well. She talks to them, repeating phrases and extending sentences to help develop their speech. Children enjoy participating in imaginary play as they use a range of small-world resources.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are well supported when they start in the setting and the childminder is very flexible in her practice to meet their needs. The childminder is calm and caring and children relate very well to her. They form secure attachments and are happy and content in her care. Children have regular opportunities to attend local groups. They participate in group activities, learning to share, take turns and listen to each other. The childminder offers frequent praise for children's good efforts and their behaviour is very good. There are many opportunities for children to be active and engage in physical activities, such as playing outside in the garden and while on outings. Children learn about a healthy diet, are provided with nutritious snacks and fresh fruit is readily available.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are confident and independent learners who make good progress in all areas of learning. They display high levels of perseverance and demonstrate good problem-solving skills. Children are eager to learn and are inspired by the exciting activities provided. During their play, children learn to count and use numbers. They develop their communication, language and literacy skills extremely well. All children are developing skills that will enhance their future learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY450289 Local authority Northumberland Inspection number 1042850 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 8

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 11 March 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2012. She works at a co-childminder's home in Hexham, Northumberland. She operates all year round from 7am 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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