Childminder in Stockton-on-Tees

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 21 June 2016 10 May 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 accurately evaluates the quality of her practice and takes strong steps to develop it. She has a clear vision for her continuous professional development. She has worked very well to make improvements since her previous inspection.  The childminder provides a range of imaginative and exciting activities to stimulate children's curiosity. The quality of teaching is good. She establishes effective routines to help children to grow in independence. She helps children to think for themselves and make decisions about their learning.  The childminder creates a warm and welcoming environment. Relations with parents are very good. Children form strong bonds with the childminder. They are confident and eager to learn.  Children make good progress during their time with the childminder. She makes good use of detailed information from parents to accurately assess children's starting points.

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This provision is good

She uses her knowledge of children's achievements to help them securely reach the next steps in their learning.  The childminder works very closely with other settings that children attend. She supports a high level of continuity and consistency in children's learning and development.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Sometimes, the childminder misses opportunities during children's play to extend and build on their mathematical learning.  Although, there is a programme for ongoing professional development, this is not yet aimed at raising the quality of teaching to an even higher level.

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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 better use of everyday opportunities to further extend children's understanding and enjoyment of early mathematics  plan an astute programme of professional development that is aimed at raising the overall quality of teaching and practice to the highest level.

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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 completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector held a meeting with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation, such as the self-evaluation and evidence of the suitability of adults living within the home.  The inspector took account of parents' written comments.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder has a strong drive to continuously improve. She makes good use of training opportunities and qualifications to raise the quality of her teaching and support for children's learning. For example, she has used her new knowledge to provide opportunities for children to develop their thinking skills, particularly outdoors. Parents appreciate the consideration and concern for their children's well-being that the childminder shows. Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good understanding of her responsibilities to protect children from abuse and neglect. Robust policies and procedures underpin the childminder's good practice to promote children's well-being and safety, both in the home and when on outings.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder accurately assesses children's needs and achievements. She makes good use of this information to build on their skills and guide them to reach the next steps in their learning. For example, she helps older children to develop their knowledge of letters and the sounds they make, especially, well. Activities are stimulating and challenging. For example, children use their imagination as they play within the activity centre, taking dolls for a walk and home. The childminder helps children develop their speaking, listening and thinking skills well. She asks well-considered questions and speaks clearly and purposefully. Children have many opportunities to participate in stimulating activities, such as investigating with toy dinosaurs and lentils as they look at how they feed and move. Children enjoy their time with the childminder.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder builds strong bonds with children and knows their individual needs and routines well. She is a positive role model. She helps children to develop a good sense of belonging and security. They learn to be sociable towards each other and to consider others' feelings and needs. They speak politely to each other and take turns. The childminder helps children to create and follow rules for their own well-being and safety. For example, she strongly promotes road safety on the regular walks to school. Children learn to act independently, particularly in meeting their personal care needs. The childminder helps children to appreciate different cultures and celebrate festivals from around the world.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress. They develop good skills and attitudes to support their later learning, in preparation for starting school. Children listen carefully and speak with good knowledge about things that interest them. They concentrate well and follow instructions carefully. They like to puzzle things out. For example, they try to work out how much water to put into the truck before it overspills in the outdoor play area.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY435046 Local authority Stockton on Tees Inspection number 1043047 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 3 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 13

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2011 and lives in Ingleby Barwick. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for 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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