Childminder in Newcastle upon Tyne

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 3 November 2017 8 May 2014

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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 develop strong relationships with the childminder and her assistant. Warm interactions are in place and children quickly develop confidence in exploring the stimulating environment provided for them.  A strong emphasis is placed on supporting children's physical health. The childminder ensures good hygiene is promoted during activities, such as nappy changing and mealtimes.  The childminder helps children to learn that some resources belong to them and some are shared. This helps them to develop an understanding of expectations within her home.  Good partnerships with local schools help to complement children's learning and to support their good progress.  The childminder is proactive in working alongside external professionals, if appropriate, to help children to narrow gaps in their learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Although teaching is good overall, the childminder does not consistently build upon what children need to learn next when supporting their play and learning.  Self-evaluation does not have the exceptional detail that helps identify ongoing priorities and plans that will help raise children's achievements to the highest 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

 make better use of opportunities to build on what children need to learn next when supporting their play and learning  strengthen the arrangements for self-evaluation, and focus on identifying precise plans for improvement that enhance outcomes for children.

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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 and her assistant. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household.  The inspector spoke with children during the inspection.  The inspector took account of the views of parents.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder and her assistant provide a secure home environment where children's safety is given high priority. They have good knowledge of child protection and know what procedures to take should they be concerned about a child's welfare. Risk assessment procedures are reviewed to prevent possible reoccurrence. The assistant complements the work of the childminder well. He keeps up to date with her procedures and attends mandatory training with her, as required. The assistant receives continuous support and advice from the childminder to further improve his interactions with children. The childminder monitors children's assessment information appropriately. She has refined her systems for this procedure over time, using it well, overall, to identify gaps in children's learning and to plan what they need to learn next. Regular reviews of toys and resources provided ensure children's interests are reflected.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Overall, the childminder has a good understanding of how to support children's play. For example, she sits alongside children as they are playing with a train set, encouraging them and making suggestions to extend their knowledge. The childminder uses her skills well to plan activities to support children's experiences at home. For example, to support children when they visit the dentist, she plans creative dough activities. Children enjoy making pretend teeth and say 'ahhh' when they open their mouths. They thoroughly enjoy exploring how a tool drill works and spend time drilling holes in the teeth they have made. Parents describe the childminder's provision as being fantastic and appreciate the daily conversations they have with her to share in their child's learning.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder and her assistant provide a warm, welcoming home for children. They support children, particularly young babies, very well when they first start attending. For example, children attend for short visits, gradually increasing the time they spend with the childminder. High-quality information, such as sleep routines and any comforters used, is gathered from parents to ensure continuity in the care children receive. Older children show confidence as they freely explore the resources provided by the childminder. They are motivated to engage in the variety of activities she plans for them, practising physical skills, such as rolling dough with a rolling pin.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in their learning. They are developing a wide range of skills and knowledge in readiness for school. Children use sentences to communicate and enjoy engaging with other children. They learn new words quickly and use them during their play. Children begin to develop their early reading skills, for example, when they look at books independently. They enjoy sitting with the assistant and look at games that show letters of the alphabet. They listen to and repeat the sounds the letters represent.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY470212 Local authority Newcastle Inspection number 1102835 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 6

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2013 and lives in Wansbeck, Newcastle-upon-Tyne. She operates all year round from 6.30am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays and family holidays. Overnight care is also available if required. 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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