Childminder 318848

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 27 April 2017 16 April 2015

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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 a secure understanding of the early years foundation stage. She provides interesting and enjoyable experiences that meet the needs of all children.  Children settle easily, develop a strong emotional attachment with the childminder and are happy and content in her care. They play happily in a homely environment and are confident to make choices and decisions.  Children are cared for in a safe and secure environment. The childminder completes daily checks to identify any potential hazards and minimise risks to children's health and well-being.  Children's language development is given high priority by the childminder. She is skilled in her interactions with children. As a result, they are developing effective communication and language skills.  Children's behaviour is good. The childminder praises children frequently so that they gain confidence and develop high levels of self-esteem.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not yet targeted professional development opportunities to help enhance her practice to an even higher level.  Relationships with other settings children attend are not fully embedded to share and complement their learning further.

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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 more precisely on how professional development opportunities can be used to raise the quality of the already good practice to an outstanding level  strengthen relationships with other settings that children attend to complement their learning even further.

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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 viewed the areas in the home used for childminding.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector took account the views of parents from written statements.  The inspector looked at all relevant documentation, such as children's records, policies and procedures and evidence of the suitability of those living on the premises.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder ensures she keeps up to date with relevant information, such as the current contact details and local procedures should she have concerns about a child's well-being. Parents are complimentary about the childminder and the service that she provides. Daily conversations with parents help to provide continuity of care and complement children's learning. The childminder continually reviews the activities and experiences she offers children to ensure they reflect their interests and stage of development. She regularly reflects on the provision to make improvements.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn and develop. She skilfully observes children as they play and provides time to enable them to become deeply involved in their learning. Observations of children's learning are used effectively to identify and plan for what they need to learn next. Children become aware of the community around them and enjoy outings and visits to places of interest. They have opportunities to be active and engage in physical activities, such as playing outside in the garden or visiting the park. Young children develop their literacy skills when they choose their favourite books, snuggle up next to the childminder and listen avidly while she reads. Children engage in imaginative play based on first-hand experiences. For example, they play with role play resources and confidently pretend to feed the dolls.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder has a calm and nurturing approach, which helps children to settle very quickly into her care. She collects appropriate information about children before they start. This enables her to meet their care needs effectively. The childminder knows children well and responds to their every need. For example, she readily recognises when children become tired. She provides a calm and relaxing environment to help soothe them off to sleep. Children make independent decisions about their play and experiences. The childminder encourages children to follow good hygiene practices and provides them with a selection of healthy snack options. The childminder supports children effectively to develop independence. For example, young children are encouraged to take off their own shoes.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children have regular opportunities to attend local groups. They develop good levels of confidence and self-esteem as they socialise with other children and adults. Children show curiosity, interest and motivation when they play. All children make good progress in their learning from their starting points. Children are well prepared for starting school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 318848 Local authority Newcastle Inspection number 1090893 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 12 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 16 April 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1992 and lives in Gosforth, Newcastle-upon-Tyne. She 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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