Childminder in Middlesbrough

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 28 July 2016 15 March 2016

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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 successfully addressed the actions and recommendation raised at the last inspection. For example, she now maintains an accurate daily record of the name of children being cared for on the premises and their hours of attendance.  Teaching is good. The childminder and her assistants have a secure understanding of how to promote children's learning and development. They follow and extend children's individual interests and needs.  Systems for observation and assessment are effective. The childminder and her assistants use information gained to quickly identify and close any gaps in children's learning. This helps all children to make good progress.  Children form secure bonds and emotional attachments with the childminder and her assistants. The environment is friendly, welcoming and fun. This positively contributes to children's well-being.  The childminder and her assistants work well together as a team. They communicate

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This provision is good

on a daily basis to evaluate children's activities and to recognise enhancements for future practice. In addition, the childminder uses performance management systems with her assistants, including termly supervisions and peer observations.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always fully obtain as much detailed information as she can from parents about their children's abilities and achievements when they first start.  Sometimes, the childminder and her assistants do not fully consider how the daily routine occasionally interrupts children's flow of play.

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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

 gather more detailed information from parents about their children's capabilities on entry to the setting  minimise the risk of interruptions to children's concentration and engagement in their play.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed all areas accessed by children.  The inspector observed play and learning opportunities for children.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector spoke with the childminder, assistants and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at and discussed a range of records, policies and procedures with the childminder, including evidence of qualifications and the suitability of all adults living in the household.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through written testimonials obtained by the childminder.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder and her assistants use self-evaluation to identify current strengths and areas for future development. They are dedicated and passionate and strive to provide children with high-quality care and education. The childminder and her assistants show a commitment to their professional development and regularly update their skills and knowledge. They have established successful relationships with the local authority, other childminders and early years professionals. This helps to support their drive for continuous improvement. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder and her assistants have a good understanding of child protection procedures. They know who to contact externally if they have any concerns about children's welfare and are fully aware of potential signs and symptoms of abuse.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children's communication and language development are successfully promoted. The childminder and her assistants engage children in meaningful discussions, ask effective questions and allow enough time for children to respond. Children are encouraged to talk about differences and similarities of people, which helps to foster their understanding of the world. This is further supported, for example, as children show care and concern for living things when they help to look after the pet tortoise. Overall, partnerships with parents are positive. The childminder and her assistants ensure parents are kept well informed about their children's activities and care routines. Parents are also offered suggestions to enable them to continue their children's learning at home.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder and her assistants have developed good links with the local nursery and primary schools. They share relevant information with staff and teachers to enable them to complement children's learning. These relationships also help to support children with their future move. The childminder and her assistants use positive strategies to manage children's behaviour so they understand the boundaries and expectations. Children receive consistent praise and reassurance to help them to feel valued and respected. Healthy lifestyles are promoted well. The childminder and her assistants encourage children to follow good hygiene practices and develop their self-care skills. In addition, they make effective use of community activities and outings in the local area, such as sing and sign sessions. These opportunities enable children to interact with others and enhance their physical skills.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children gain a wide range of skills in preparation for the next stage in their learning, including school. They are confident, self-assured and independent. Children are provided with a good range of interesting and challenging learning experiences where they develop their thinking and problem-solving skills. Children are supported by the childminder and her assistants to explore and investigate a vast selection of resources, such as messy play materials. Children are happy and thoroughly enjoy their time at the setting. They have developed a strong sense of belonging in their surroundings.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY473526 Local authority Middlesbrough Inspection number 1044702 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 10 Total number of places 18 Number of children on roll 19

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 15 March 2016

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2014 and lives in the Acklam area of Middlesbrough. She works alongside two assistants. The childminder operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She receives funding for the provision of early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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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