Childminder 506887

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 10 October 2016 2 October 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 has secure partnerships with parents and other settings children attend. She shares information about children's interests and development to help support continuity in their care and development.  Children's language and communication skills are promoted well. They eagerly join in conversations and rapidly progress in their understanding. The childminder introduces children to new words during play and consistently models effective listening skills.  Children's behaviour is well supported. The childminder has realistic expectations and acts as a good role model. Children learn right from wrong, as the childminder helps them to understand rules and boundaries.  Children learn to keep themselves safe through practical daily routines and the childminder's guidance. For example, they are taught how to cross the road safely and practise how to evacuate the premises in an emergency. This helps children to gain a

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This provision is good

good understanding of how to keep themselves safe in an emergency.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Although the childminder has effective assessment and planning systems, she has yet to embed more sharply focused plans for what individual children need to learn next.  The childminder does not always make the most of all opportunities to encourage older children to experiment with writing.  Self-evaluation does not yet show precise targets for further development.

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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 even more sharply on what individual children need to learn next to help close any gaps in their learning at a faster rate  extend opportunities for older children to independently practise their early writing skills  enhance self-evaluation procedures further to identify more precise areas for development.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities and evaluated these jointly with the childminder.  The inspector looked at children's records, observation and assessment files and a selection of policies.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children throughout the inspection.  The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's qualification and the suitability of all adults living in the home.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder keeps her safeguarding knowledge up to date and is clear about the procedures to follow if she has any concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder tracks children's progress, which gives her a clear picture of their current abilities and enables her to identify any gaps in learning. She works closely with parents to further complement children's learning and to achieve a shared approach to their progress. The childminder continues to access training to boost her skills and knowledge. This also helps her to keep up to date with good practice and changes in legislation. Systems for self-evaluation are generally good, with the childminder being able to identify her strengths and some areas for further development.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Overall, the childminder observes children to identify what they can do and what they need to learn next well. She knows what interests individual children and uses this to plan some of their learning experiences. For example, she recognises boys' interest in superheroes and provides them with colouring sheets that depict the characters. The childminder provides good support for children's language development. She engages children in discussions as they play, introducing them to new vocabulary. Children's social skills and their ability to communicate are enhanced further through activities and conversations that evolve through play. For example, children recall in detail a visit where they were able to see special motor vehicles. The childminder promotes early mathematical skills well. For example, as she reads a story she introduces early mathematics, using pictures to help children count with her.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children enjoy the welcoming, homely atmosphere the childminder provides. The childminder ensures settling-in procedures are tailored to each individual child to support them with their move from home. This contributes significantly to children's emotional and physical well-being. Children behave very well. They happily share and take turns and show consideration for each other. The childminder gives regular praise, encouragement and support, which helps to develop children's confidence and self-esteem. Children benefit from attendance at local toddler groups, where they socialise with other children and adults. This helps them to develop their confidence and make new friendships. Children develop an understanding of dangers and how to keep themselves safe. Their good health is promoted well. They eat healthy food and are physically active.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress and are prepared well for the next stage in their learning, such as school. Older children express strong preferences for their favourite books and have a good understanding of the characters and plot. They develop strong social skills and learn how to get on well with others. Children are beginning to count while they play and older children are learning to recognise numerals. They learn to listen and follow instructions well. Children learn to be independent, such as managing their own personal care needs.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 506887 Local authority Northumberland Inspection number 1064200 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 2 October 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1983 and lives in Alnwick, Northumberland. The childminder 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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