Childminder EY387198

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 1 December 2016 25 April 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 builds positive and caring relationships with children. She has a warm, nurturing approach and provides children with lots of attention. This helps them to feel emotionally secure and they develop a sense of belonging.  Children learn to respect and celebrate each other's differences. The childminder provides resources and activities that help teach children about other people and the wider world.  The childminder shares information about children's interests and development with other settings that they attend. This helps to support continuity in children's learning and contributes to the good progress they are making.  The childminder works well with her assistant. Overall, she monitors his performance closely, helping to ensure that children have access to good quality care and learning.  Children behave well. The childminder provides them with clear boundaries and expectations. She teaches children how to share and show consideration to others,

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This provision is good

such as by taking turns, which helps to develop their good social skills.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always gather enough detailed information from parents about what children already know and can do when they first begin to attend.  The childminder and her assistant have not recently accessed professional development opportunities, to help them develop their teaching skills to an even higher level.

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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

 gather more-detailed information from parents about their children's learning and development when they first start at the setting  maximise all available continuous professional development opportunities so that teaching skills are improved to an outstanding level.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed an evaluation of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector reviewed relevant documentation, including the childminder's self- evaluation document, children's learning journals and a sample of policies and procedures.  The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's qualifications and evidence of the suitability of all adult household members.  The inspector took account of the written views of parents.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder completes daily safety checks and supervises children appropriately. She has a good understanding of child protection issues and keeps informed of changes to legislation and guidance. She knows how to act appropriately should she have any concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder works closely with her assistant. Overall, she provides regular support and feedback to ensure good practice is maintained. The childminder carefully reflects on the service she provides for children. She identifies areas for further development, taking account of the views of parents and children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children benefit from a wide range of play experiences to support their learning and development. Overall, the childminder carefully observes, assesses and tracks the progress that children make. This helps her to ensure any gaps in children's learning are quickly identified so she can provide any additional support needed. The childminder follows children's lead and supports their interests. Children respond enthusiastically and show a willingness to try things for themselves. For example, children show good determination and persistence when sticking the leaves they have collected onto large sheets of paper. The childminder plays alongside children and uses appropriate questions and explanations to help their understanding. Children are encouraged to name colours and count how many leaves they have. Children's literacy skills are promoted well. For example, they enjoy looking at books and listen carefully to stories, eagerly predicting

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are well settled, confident and happy in the childminder's setting. They have positive relationships with the childminder and her assistant. They are highly attentive to children's individual needs. The childminder talks to them about the benefit of the good foods they are eating and the importance of washing their hands thoroughly to get rid of germs after using the toilet. This helps children learn about the importance of leading a healthy lifestyle. The childminder regularly takes children to group activities. This helps to build their social skills and confidence in different settings, in preparation for their eventual move on to school. The childminder provides children with lots of opportunities for fresh air and exercise. Children enjoy daily play in the garden and go on frequent walks in the local area. This helps to support their physical development and well-being.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress. They are motivated and enthusiastic in their play. Children are keen to be involved and they confidently make choices from a variety of activities, both indoors and outdoors. They are developing good imagination and physical skills. For example, they carefully create a farm for their animals, using a variety of different materials. Children follow instructions and develop good social skills and are well prepared for the next stage in their learning, including school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY387198 Local authority Gateshead Inspection number 1065320 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 11 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 11

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 25 April 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2008 and lives in Gateshead. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder works with an assistant.

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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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