Childminder, Out-of school day care in Newcastle upon Tyne

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 20 November 2017 28 August 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 have very good relationships with the childminder. They settle quickly and thrive on the cuddles and reassurance they receive when they are in her care.  Children behave well. The childminder has clear behavioural expectations which she consistently reinforces. She works well with parents to ensure there is a consistent approach to managing children's behaviour. Parents comment that the childminder reinforces their values from home.  Children are very safe in the setting. The childminder effectively minimises risks to children and her home is very clean and well maintained.  Children make good progress. The childminder uses her assessments effectively to identify what children need to learn next.  The childminder works effectively with local schools and finds out how can she support children's learning further. For example, she works closely with the school to ensure a consistent approach to the teaching of early reading skills.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Self-evaluation does not have the exceptional detail that helps identify ongoing priorities and plans to raise the quality of practice to an outstanding level.  There are times when distractions, such as the television, cause children to lose concentration.

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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 arrangements for self-evaluation and focus on identifying precise plans for improvement that enhance outcomes for children  review the organisation of activities to enhance opportunities for children to become more deeply involved in their learning.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector had a tour of the premises and spoke to children during the inspection.  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 took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has undertaken training to update her knowledge and skills. She has read information about the 'Prevent' duty which has provided her with an in-depth understanding of the areas for concern and how to address any issues. The childminder is aware of the signs and symptoms that may indicate that children might be at risk of harm. She has a good awareness of how to report any concerns to the Local Safeguarding Children Board. The childminder has attended all mandatory training. She has developed effective ways to monitor and track children's progress across all areas of their learning. These help her to ensure children meet their developmental milestones and identify any potential learning gaps quickly.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a good understanding of how to support children's learning, overall. She plays alongside children and follows their interests. For example, she builds towers for young children to knock down. The childminder supports children's language skills well. She sings nursery rhymes to young children and offers a commentary on what they are doing. This helps children to increase their vocabulary. Children learning additional languages are effectively supported. For example, the childminder finds out key words in the languages children use at home to support their learning further. Children learn about the world around them. For example, they enjoy visits to the local park to learn about the local wildlife. The childminder works with parents effectively. Parents are well informed about how they can support their children's learning.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder knows children well. She uses their initial settling-in visits effectively to find out about their individual characteristics. This helps her to get to know children quickly. She recognises and responds swiftly when children are unsettled or tired. Young children settle rapidly when she cuddles them and offers them reassurance. Parents comment that the childminder has a unique ability for getting to know children. This supports children's emotional security. Children learn about healthy lifestyles. For example, they visit the park and make good use of the garden space for physical games. The childminder encourages parents to provide healthy food and shares information with them about healthy eating for children. This helps support children's physical health well.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress. They learn a good range of skills in preparation for their future learning and move on to school. Children are motivated to learn. They show enthusiasm and a positive attitude towards learning. Children learn how to join blocks together and enjoy learning songs and rhymes. They choose and use resources well. Young children enjoy exploring the environment. For example, they enjoy finding out what happens when they shake a pot of glitter.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 319103 Local authority Newcastle Inspection number 1103694 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 28 August 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1999 and lives in Denton Burn, Newcastle upon Tyne. The childminder operates Monday to Friday, from 7am to 6pm, all year round, except for 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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