Childminder in Newcastle upon Tyne

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 22 August 2016 Not applicable

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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 and her assistant have good teaching skills and a thorough knowledge of the requirements of the early years foundation stage. They have a good understanding of all children's individual needs, interests and current stage of development.  Detailed observations and accurate assessments are undertaken. This ensures that children's progress is monitored and any gaps in their development are identified.  Children settle easily, develop a strong emotional attachment with the childminder and are happy and content in her care. The childminder is calm and caring and children relate very well to her.  There is a strong partnership with parents. Parents speak highly of the service provided and feel extremely well supported. Regular information is shared with parents about the activities their children enjoy.  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 while on outings

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This provision is good

and on the premises well. She has minimised these so children are kept safe.  Children's behaviour is good. The childminder teaches children to share and take turns. She praises them frequently so that they gain confidence and develop high levels of self-esteem.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not yet targeted professional development opportunities to help enhance her practice 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

 focus more precisely on targeting professional development opportunities that help raise the already good practice 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 the childminder, children and her assistant 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 and her assistant have both completed recent safeguarding training to ensure they are informed of changes to legislation and procedures. They know what to do should they have concerns about a child's well-being. They also have a good knowledge of the possible signs and symptoms of abuse. The childminder keeps fully up to date with relevant information, such as current contact details and local procedures, to help ensure children are kept safe. The childminder works effectively in partnership with her assistant and monitors her practice. Daily conversations with parents and school staff help to provide continuity of care and support children's progress.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder uses observations effectively to identify and plan for what children need to learn next. Children's speaking and listening skills are well promoted. The childminder and her assistant are attentive listeners who offer children the opportunity to talk, listen and be heard. At group times they use visual prompts to encourage all children to develop their communication skills. Children learn to explore and investigate different tools and materials when they use creative materials. Children's literacy skills are promoted well. They enjoy visits to the local library and looking at books with the childminder. Children develop their mathematical understanding, for example, when they count, measure and compare objects during their play. The childminder asks children questions and makes comments that prompt them to work out further mathematical problems. Children become aware of the community around them and enjoy outings and visits to places of interest.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder collects appropriate information about children before they start. This enables her to respond swiftly and meet their care needs effectively. The childminder provides children with a wide selection of interesting activities to support all areas of their learning. Children play happily in a homely environment and are confident to make choices and decisions. The childminder encourages children to treat each other with respect and expects them to behave well. They show care and concern for each other and play amicably together. Children have opportunities to be active and engage in physical activities, such as playing outside in the garden or visiting the park. They develop a good understanding of how to stay safe through the childminder's guidance. Children learn about a healthy diet; they are provided with nutritious meals and fresh fruit is readily available.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children have opportunities to attend local groups. They develop good levels of confidence and self-esteem, as they socialise with other children and adults. Children are eager to learn and are motivated by the activities provided. They develop their communication, language and literacy skills well. Children enjoy participating in imaginary play and they use a range of small-world resources. All children are developing skills that will enhance their future learning well and make good progress in relation to their starting points.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY480900 Local authority Newcastle Inspection number 993706 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 7 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 16

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2014. She lives in Kingston Park, Newcastle upon Tyne. The childminder is open all year round from 6am to 7pm, Monday to Friday, except for family holidays. She holds an appropriate early years qualification at level 2. The childminder works with an assistant and provides funded 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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