Childminder in Sunderland

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 7 June 2017 28 January 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

 Children are very independent in the childminder's care. From a young age, children begin to attempt to manage their clothing and personal hygiene.  There is a very stimulating outdoor and indoor environment which supports all areas of learning. A high priority is placed on children accessing resources independently.  Children behave well. The childminder has clear rules and routines, which she consistently reinforces. Good explanations help children to understand why these rules are important.  Children make good progress. The childminder uses her assessments well to identify what children need to learn next and uses this information effectively to plan stimulating activities.  The childminder has a good relationship with local schools. They work together effectively to ensure a consistent approach to supporting children's learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Although partnerships with parents are good, the childminder does not routinely gather enough information from parents about children's learning and achievements when children first start.  The childminder's self-evaluation is not yet sharply focused on raising the quality of teaching even 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

 strengthen the information gathered from parents when children first start attending, in order to support children's learning and development even more effectively  strengthen self-evaluation and raise the quality of teaching to an even higher 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 some relevant documentation. She also discussed the childminder's self-evaluation.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's qualifications and evidence of the suitability of all adults living and working on the premises.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder places a high priority on children's safety. She has a good understanding of the procedures she should follow if she has a concern about the welfare of a child in her care. She ensures information, such as contact numbers, is correct. Her home is very safe. The childminder is committed to her own professional development. She has attended all mandatory training and strengthened her understanding of recent developments. The childminder monitors her provision and takes effective action when she identifies areas where further support is needed.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children are motivated to learn. The childminder adapts her planning according to children's emerging interests. Children demonstrate good levels of concentration as they explore water and wash some dishes. They laugh and giggle as they squeeze soapy water from sponges. The childminder is well qualified. She has a good understanding of how to support children's play and learning. She gives children time to follow their interests and gives support and challenge as appropriate. For example, she shows young children how to use scissors and gives them time to practise and refine this skill. Communication and language is supported effectively. The childminder adapts her language effectively when talking to babies and toddlers.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are cared for in a home-from-home environment, where they feel like part of the family. Children have a very good relationship with the childminder and other children. The childminder knows children extremely well. She is highly vigilant and responds quickly when babies show signs of tiredness or toddlers need to use the toilet. This supports their emotional well-being. Flexible settling-in procedures help children to settle quickly into the childminder's care. The childminder supports children's physical development effectively. Activities in the childminder's garden, such as running and climbing, support their large- muscle skills. Regular visits to soft-play centres and the park support this further.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are confident learners who are well prepared for school. They make good progress and are working at a typical level for their age. Children learn how to keep themselves safe outside and understand about dangers in the kitchen. Babies extend their physical skills as they explore the environment. Toddlers expand their vocabulary as they talk freely to the childminder. Older children develop into confident communicators. They learn how to use tools and materials safely, such as scissors.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY270184 Local authority Sunderland Inspection number 1091792 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 4

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 28 January 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2003 and lives in Barmston, Washington. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an 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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Telephone number

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