Childminder EY330398

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 14 June 2016 27 June 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 a secure understanding of how children learn through play. She obtains detailed information from parents and her own assessments about children's progress when they start in her care.  Children's communication and language skills are supported well by the childminder. She talks to children, uses good questioning techniques and encourages them to think for themselves.  The childminder has made a determined effort to raise the quality of her provision to a good standard since the last inspection and has addressed all the areas for improvement.  The childminder is well qualified and experienced. She uses her knowledge and skills to provide high-quality play and learning experiences for children, helping them develop the skills they need for their future learning.  Children have formed strong bonds with the childminder. They are happy and settled and really enjoy their time with her. The childminder meets the children's individual

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This provision is good

needs well and works closely with parents to provide continuity in children's care routines.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not yet reflect closely on the quality of teaching. Her professional development is not highly focused on raising the standard of teaching practice, in order to consistently achieve excellent outcomes for all children.  Sometimes, the childminder does not help children understand and fully engage in how to play a positive role in the daily routines.

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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

 reflect more closely on the quality of teaching and the impact it has on children's attainment, in order to better inform professional development and raise the current good standard of teaching practice further  help children to be more involved in the daily routine and teach them how to play a positive role in these.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities and evaluated these jointly with the childminder.  The inspector looked at children's records, observation and assessment files, and a selection of policies.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children throughout the inspection.  The inspector took account of parents' views from the written documentation they had provided for the inspection.  The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's qualification and the suitability of all adults living in the home.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder conducts effective assessments of all possible risks to children at her home and on all outings. She follows her child protection policy and procedures vigilantly. She knows what to do and who to contact should she have any concerns about a child in her care. This helps to keep children safe. The childminder monitors children's ongoing progress through regular observations which she uses to help her to identify their learning needs. She liaises with other early years providers where the care of children is shared, helping to promote continuity in learning and care. Overall, the childminder evaluates the quality of her provision well. She takes into account the views of parents and children in the identification of areas for development, in order for children's outcomes to improve.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder uses her detailed observations of children to measure their progress accurately. She tracks this through ongoing assessment and her written reviews keeps parents very well informed about their child's progress. The childminder interacts very well with the children. She gets down to the children's level while speaking, modelling language and introducing new words to help extend their vocabulary. The childminder's high-quality teaching encourages children to think about how to solve problems and to be active learners. For example, they work out how to steady the fishing rod, in order to catch the magnetic fish. The childminder extends the activity introducing magnetic numbers and letters. This fun activity helps promote children's awareness of number and early reading skills well.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are interested and keen to explore the safe, stimulating and welcoming environment. The childminder plans nutritious meals and snacks for children. She takes account of children's dietary needs and is alert to common allergens in foods. The childminder provides ample opportunities for children to enjoy fresh air and exercise, and this contributes greatly to their physical health and well-being. Children develop self-care skills. Generally, they respond very well to the daily routine and learn how to respect the childminder's home rules. Children's behaviour is good. The childminder acknowledges children's efforts as well as their achievements, which help them to feel good about themselves. The childminder promotes children's social skills during visits to local groups where they learn to mix and form friendships with other children.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in their learning and development. They are well prepared for nursery or school and develop the key skills needed, including mathematics and writing. Their communication and language development are supported well and the childminder talks to them as they play. Children happily make choices about their play and are eager and motivated to learn.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY330398 Local authority Northumberland Inspection number 1043098 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 3 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 27 June 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2008 and lives in Ashington, Northumberland. The childminder operates all year round from 8am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate early years 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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