Childminder in Sunderland

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 9 September 2016 10 March 2015

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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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 high expectations and a clear vision for future developments. She has made good improvements to the quality of her provision since the previous inspection.  The quality of teaching is good. The childminder provides a wide range of imaginative and exciting activities that stimulates children's curiosity. She helps children to make choices in their play and learning.  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. She uses her knowledge of children's achievements to help children of all abilities securely reach the next steps in their learning.  Children are well behaved. The childminder creates a warm and welcoming environment. Relationships with parents are very good. Children form strong bonds with the childminder. They are confident and keen to learn.

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This provision is good

 Children enjoy learning and exploring the outdoor area. They explore and experiment with water activities and move around the garden with confidence.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 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.  The childminder does not always give children enough time to think and respond to questions.

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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

 plan an astute programme of professional development that is aimed at raising the overall quality of teaching and practice to the highest level  provide children with enough time to connect their ideas and think about how to respond to a question.

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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 self-evaluation and evidence of the suitability of adults within the home.  The inspector took account of parents' written comments.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

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, promoting children's well-being and safety, both in the home and when on outings. The childminder is keen to continuously improve. She works with other childminders to improve the overall quality of her practice. She regularly reviews her practice and analyses the impact of any changes on children's progress. The childminder has a good understanding of the needs of early years children. Parents appreciate the consideration and concern for their children's well-being that the childminder shows.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder accurately assesses children's needs and achievement. She makes good use of this information to build on their skills and guide them to reach the next steps in their learning. Activities are stimulating and exciting. For example, children develop their knowledge of seasonal events when they play outdoors and visit various places of interest. They closely observe the colourful flowers they plant in the garden. The childminder helps children to develop their ability to play and learn with others and share their ideas. Children have many opportunities to express themselves and develop their creativity. For example, they enjoy playing different musical instruments that they pluck, shake or blow.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Care practices are implemented well and have a positive impact on children's well-being, confidence and motivation to try. Children follow routines well and become increasingly independent with managing their own hygiene and safety. Children speak politely to others and take turns. The childminder is a positive role model. She works well with parents to help children understand their emotions and manage their behaviour. Children learn to be sociable towards each other and to consider others' feelings and needs. For example, they make sure that there is enough room for everyone to sit around the table for snack. The childminder helps children to feel a sense of belonging and to feel secure in their surroundings. For example, she creates cosy and attractive areas inside where children can share a story or join in with songs. 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 knowledgably about things that interest them. They concentrate increasingly well and enjoy developing their own ideas. For example, they create their own imaginary baking activities with soap bubbles, sand and water play. Children develop their accurate counting skills and describe objects by their shape and other properties.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 305513 Local authority Sunderland Inspection number 1050858 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 10 March 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1994 and lives in Washington. 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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