Childminder EY489691

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 30 January 2017 Not applicable

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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 knows children and their families well, which helps her to understand and meet each child's care needs thoroughly. Partnerships with other early years settings and professionals are strong. Children make good progress.  Children play happily and safely in the homely environment. They are able to freely select their own resources. Children are gaining independence skills well in preparation for their move to nursery or school. Their behaviour is good.  The childminder extends children's language and communication skills strongly. She introduces new words as children play, repeats their words to role model correct speech and helps them to expand on what they are saying.  The childminder effectively teaches children about healthy lifestyles. Children follow good hygiene routines. They make choices about what healthy foods they eat for snacks. There are daily opportunities for exercise and fresh air, for example, at local

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This provision is good

parks and beaches and in the outdoor play area.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Generally, the childminder identifies what children need to learn next. However, the assessment and plans are occasionally not precise enough to provide appropriate levels of challenge.  Reflections on practice do not have the exceptional detail to help identify ongoing priorities and plans, in order to secure strong continuous improvement.

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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 the next steps in children's individual learning more precisely.  use assessments and planning more precisely to focus accurately on the things that children need to learn next so they are always challenged well.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household.  The inspector spoke to children during the inspection.  The inspector took account of the views of a small number of parents spoken to on the day.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder knows the local safeguarding procedures to follow should she have any concern regarding a child's welfare. She has completed risk assessments for her home and carries out environmental checks daily. The childminder supervises children closely during activities and routines, at home and in the community. She works hard to minimise any possible risks to them. The childminder has a broad range of appropriate policies and procedures which she shares with parents to inform them about her safety and welfare measures. This helps to keep children safe from harm. Partnerships with parents are strong. Parents value the care that the childminder offers and the good communication about children's progress. The childminder promotes the continuity of learning into children's homes comprehensively. She understands about supporting children when they move on to the next stage in their

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder's interactions with children are positive and support their learning and development. She comments on what they are doing, providing new words and promoting their understanding. Children enjoy investigating a wide range of resources. For example, after listening to one of their favourite stories, they play with home-made models of the characters from the book. Children explore a variety of natural materials, including mud, pine cones and clay pebbles. They are encouraged to learn about the world around them. Children's physical skills are promoted as they scoop up soil into a tray. They plant bulbs in the soil, so that they can enjoy flowers in the spring. Children's efforts are rewarded with praise from the childminder, which helps to support their growing confidence and self-esteem.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

From the start, the childminder gathers a wealth of information from parents about children. She uses this well to help children settle quickly into her care and carefully follows their routines. Tailored settling-in visits ensure that children settle easily. The childminder is a positive role model. She encourages children to share and take turns. Children are polite and cooperate well. They enjoy making choices in their play. Children use all of their senses as they investigate different fruits and learn about making healthy food choices. They have plenty of exercise and outdoor experiences, which contribute to their physical well-being. The childminder promotes children's understanding of the wider world, for example, through finding out about cultural events, including Chinese New Year.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress in relation to their abilities. They are working within the expected levels for their age and capabilities. Secure attachments and bonds support children's emotional development and independence. Children show a willingness to try and they have fun. They demonstrate a positive attitude to learning. Children listen and follow simple instructions. Overall, they are acquiring the key skills required for the next stage in their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY489691 Local authority South Tyneside Inspection number 1017212 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 6 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2015 and lives in South Shields. She operates all year round from 8am to 5.30pm, 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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Telephone number

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