Childminder 312525

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 27 September 2016 7 July 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

 Since the last inspection, the childminder has reviewed and developed her practice. This has had a positive impact overall and has helped her achieve a good level of care and learning for children.  The experienced and well-qualified childminder provides children with a broad range of activities both in the home and in the local community. Activities are planned to support children's needs and interests. Observations and assessments are used effectively to identify any gaps in learning. This helps to ensure that all children make good progress.  The childminder engages and interacts well with children to promote their understanding and communication and language skills. She uses a variety of teaching strategies effectively to extend their learning, such as questioning, listening and responding playfully to children.  Behaviour is good. The childminder knows children and their families very well. This

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This provision is good

helps her to understand and meet each child's care needs effectively. Children are extremely happy, confident and settled in the welcoming environment.  Partnership working with parents and other early years settings is firmly established and helps to support continuity of learning. Parents are very complimentary about the care that their children receive from the childminder.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not make full use of reflections on her practice to identify the highest priorities for improvement and to set personal targets to improve her teaching even further.

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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

 enhance the use of reflections on practice to identify precisely targeted improvements and support the highest standards of teaching.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector completed a tour of the areas of the premises used for childminding.  The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as policies and procedures and evidence of the suitability of adults living on the premises.  The inspector took into account the written views of some parents, during the inspection.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children, at appropriate times, throughout the inspection.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder provides a safe environment to support children's play and learning. She supervises children closely at all times. The childminder is aware of the signs of abuse and understands the importance of reporting any concerns and the relevant procedures to do so. She speaks with parents daily to share information about children's activities, care and routines. Parents feel well informed about their children's progress and development. The childminder understands the importance of developing effective links with other settings to support children with their move on to the next stage of their learning. She regularly visits settings attended by children in her care. This helps to ensure a two-way exchange of information and promotes a consistent approach to support children's good progress.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder understands how children learn and develop. Children regularly explore the local environment. They enjoy fresh air and exercise during visits to the beach and local parks, places of interest and playgroups. Activities are planned well and help children to make good progress in their early literacy and mathematical skills. For example, children delight in playing memory games which help promote their recognition of letters, sounds and numerals. Resources, toys and equipment are readily accessible. Children are motivated and engaged in their learning and enjoy making independent choices in their play. They recognise colours and shapes during activities, and skilfully use a range of craft materials to create seaside-themed gifts for their family members.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder praises children frequently for their achievements. This encourages them to persevere in their tasks and helps build their self-confidence. The childminder involves children in making decisions and choices. Children receive lots of reassurance and support from the childminder. She establishes clear boundaries and gentle reminders to help them behave well. Children listen and follow instructions and are learning to share and take turns. They are beginning to understand each other's similarities and differences, which helps them to learn and respect that everyone is unique. Children manage their self-care well and follow good hygiene routines. The childminder provides nutritious snacks and meals, including home-made soup, and ensures children have constant access to drinking water. This helps to promote their understanding of a healthy lifestyle.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress in all areas of learning. They are working well within the expected range of development for their age. Children form positive relationships with the childminder and each other. They have fun and are active and enthusiastic learners. Children are acquiring the basic skills they will need for the next stage of their learning, including school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 312525 Local authority South Tyneside Inspection number 1051139 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 4 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1998 and lives in South Tyneside. She operates from 8am to 5.30pm, on Tuesday and Wednesday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate 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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