Childminder in North Tyneside

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 4 November 2016 18 June 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

 Children are cared for in a home-from home-environment where they feel like part of the family. They enjoy the company of the childminder and her own children.  Children settle quickly and the childminder has flexible settling-in arrangements which are tailored to the needs of each child. Good quality information about children's learning and care needs is gathered from parents.  There is a well-organised environment indoors, which helps to promote children's independence effectively.  The quality of the childminder's teaching is good. She uses her knowledge and skills well to promote children's learning in all areas of their development. Children make good progress in their learning.  The childminder uses her assessments of children effectively to plan activities that support what children need to learn next.  The childminder works effectively with local schools. They talk together about how they

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This provision is good

can support children's learning, and the childminder builds upon activities in school whenever possible.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Continuous professional development is not yet clearly focused on raising the quality of teaching to an even higher level.  Although self-evaluation is in place and generally effective, it does not yet show precise targets for raising the quality of teaching or evaluate the impact that current priorities for improvement have on children's outcomes.

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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

 improve continuous professional development so it is clearly focused on raising the quality of teaching to a higher level  enhance self-evaluation procedures to identify how the quality of teaching will be raised to the highest level and evaluate the impact that improvements have on children's learning.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed all parts of the home used for childminding.  The inspector observed children's play and learning.  The inspector looked at policies, procedures and documents the childminder uses when caring for children.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of all persons living in the household, and talked with the childminder about her self-evaluation and improvement plans.  The inspector took into account written feedback from parents.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder keeps up to date with Local Safeguarding Children Board procedures and ensures that information, such as contact numbers, is correct. She has a good understanding of events that should be notified to Ofsted. Good procedures when leaving the premises help to ensure that children are kept safe. The childminder monitors children's learning effectively and plans further support when necessary. She is well qualified and this helps her maintain a good overview of where children are in their learning. Self-evaluation is generally good and the childminder ensures she keeps up to date with all necessary training.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder recognises the importance of following children's interests. For example, when children show an interest in rolling, she gives them toy cars to roll in paint. As a result, children are highly motivated and remain at a task for a long time. The childminder uses good teaching strategies, such as modelling, to support children's learning. She plays alongside the children and offers support when needed. Children's developing communication and language are supported well. The childminder listens carefully to what children are saying and repeats and extends this to develop their language further. Good questioning helps children to make links in their learning. Parents are kept up to date with the progress their children make. Good communication at the end of the day helps parents to understand where children are in their learning and how they can support this further at home. Children learn about the world around them. For example, they love to visit local

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder supports children's emotional well-being effectively. Children are very happy in the childminder's home. They clearly have a good relationship with the childminder as they come up to her for cuddles and laugh in anticipation of tickling games. Parents also comment that their children love going to the childminder. Children behave well in the setting. The childminder has clear behavioural expectations and children respond well to gentle reminders about her expectations. She uses a variety of strategies effectively and children clearly understand the consequences of their actions. Daily opportunities are provided for children to access the outdoor environment. They enjoy a range of activities in the childminder's garden, including activities to support children's physical development. Children also go to local parks and soft-play centres.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in their learning. They are developing a range of skills and knowledge in preparation for school. Children learn how to use tools, such as scissors, safely and with control. They learn how to complete tasks independently. Children communicate confidently with each other.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY438657 Local authority North Tyneside Inspection number 1065798 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 10 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 8

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 18 June 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2011 and lives in Forest Hall, Newcastle upon Tyne. She operates all year round from 7.45am to 5.45pm. Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate early years 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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