Childminder 311581

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 12 October 2016 8 November 2012

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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 is an experienced practitioner who uses her knowledge of child development well to support children's learning as they play. The quality of her teaching is good.  Overall, the childminder maintains a good overview of the educational activities she provides for children. She uses other facilities, such as local parks, to provide additional experiences that reflect children's interests and stage of development.  The childminder monitors the progress children make. She uses appropriate documentation to help her to identify areas where children may require additional help, in order to meet their individual needs.  Children behave very well in the childminder's home. They respond appropriately to gentle reminders of behavioural expectations and boundaries.  Partnerships with parents are strong. They value the feedback they receive from the childminder about the progress their children are making. Information, such as

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This provision is good

examples of children's work and photographs are shared to help parents support this learning further at home.  The childminder seeks the views of parents and children on the quality of her provision. This helps her to seek areas for development and drive improvements forward.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 There are times when the childminder does not use what she knows about each child, in order to challenge them to the highest level during adult-led activities.

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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 planning to ensure that all adult-led activities are tailored to children's individual learning needs and their learning is challenged to an even higher level.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed all parts of the childminder's home used for childminding.  The inspector observed play and learning activities and spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector viewed regulatory documentation including evidence of suitability checks, children's details, learning journals and a sample of policies and procedures.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder keeps herself updated with the procedures of the Local Safeguarding Children Board. She knows how to act should she have any concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder shows a commitment to working in partnership with local schools and other agencies. She demonstrates a proactive approach to sharing information and securing early intervention for children. For example, prior to children starting school, the childminder meets with their teachers and discusses how they will work together to support children's needs. The childminder keeps her knowledge up to date by accessing a range of professional development opportunities. She has attended training and looks for ways she can reflect on and enhance her teaching.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder observes children as they play to gain information about their interests and stage of development. This information is used generally well to plan experiences that help children to extend their learning further. Assessment arrangements are good. The childminder carries out a progress check for children between the ages of two and three years. This information is shared with parents to develop a joint approach to supporting children's individual needs. The childminder supports children's communication and language skills well. She sits alongside them as they play, skilfully posing questions that help children to develop their speaking skills and express their thoughts and ideas. The childminder encourages children to talk about the shapes they see and extend their mathematical skills. For example, when children build a train track, they confidently say, 'That's a circle' when the track is complete.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder provides a warm, homely environment for children where their emotional well-being is given high priority. She uses a soft and gentle approach when talking to children. This helps children to develop strong relationships with her and they show friendly behaviour towards others. The childminder uses praise and encouragement to help children develop confidence and they are motivated to try activities for themselves. They independently explore the resources provided for them and initiate conversations with the childminder. High-quality information about children's welfare is gathered from parents when children start at the setting. This ensures any physical health information, such as children's medical needs or any allergies they may have, is maintained and their care is continued.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in their learning. They show confidence in initiating activities and show a 'can do' attitude when engaging in activities. Children develop a good range of skills, in readiness for school. They follow instructions well and show a strong interest in counting objects and recognising numbers up to 10.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 311581 Local authority Gateshead Inspection number 1059536 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 3 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 8 November 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1992 and lives in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear. She operates all year round from 8am to 4.30pm, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, term time only.

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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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