Childminder in Sunderland

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 17 January 2018 13 November 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

 The childminder is qualified and experienced. She uses her childcare knowledge successfully to provide good-quality care for children.  The childminder makes focused observations about children's achievements and reviews these regularly. She has an accurate picture of children's individual progress and confidently plans for the next steps in their learning.  A good emphasis is placed on promoting children's communication and language. The childminder gets down to children's level and talks to them as they play. She models language and uses books and stories well to help build children's vocabulary.  Parents speak very highly of the care their children receive. They describe the childminder as professional and dedicated to her role and say that they would 'recommend her to anyone looking for a top-quality childminder'.  Good levels of hygiene help to reduce the risk of cross-infection. Additionally, children

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This provision is good

quickly learn about the importance of using tissues and washing hands to stop the spread of germs.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always make the most of her good relationships with parents to provide them with helpful information and suggestions about how they can further their children's learning and development at home.  The childminder does not routinely include the views of parents when she is evaluating her setting and making improvement plans.

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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

 provide parents with more information about how they can further their child's learning and development at home to support continuity in learning  strengthen the strategies used to engage parents in the evaluation of the setting.

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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 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 the childminder and household members.  The inspector spoke to children during the inspection.  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

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good understanding of child protection procedures and knows how to refer concerns to the relevant authorities. Children's safety is her priority and good arrangements are in place for their supervision. For example, children are always where she can see or hear them and she keeps them close when on outings. The childminder uses her established links with other childminders to share practice ideas and keep informed of current guidance. She attends training and implements what she learns to improve outcomes for children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder demonstrates good teaching skills. She provides a welcoming and stimulating environment where children play and learn confidently. Individual planning is completed and activities are based on what children need to learn next. Regular development summaries are shared with parents to ensure they are kept fully informed of their child's learning in the setting. The childminder joins children in their play and encourages them to 'have a go' so they learn new skills. She is adept at building children's mathematical understanding through conversation and activities. Children respond with confidence the childminder encourages them to count the toy cars and discuss the size and shape of resources during a craft activity. Many activities and outings are provided to widen children's understanding of the world. For example, exciting trips on the bus teach children about different forms of transport and they learn about animals when they are

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is very warm and caring and children are clearly happy in her care. They approach her with much affection and talk happily to her as they play. Good use is made of everyday activities, such as snack time to develop children's social skills and independence. Children soon learn how to keep themselves safe. For example, they know what to do before crossing roads and know they must be careful when they use scissors. Behaviour is good and children understand about the importance of sharing and taking turns. They are friendly, polite and enjoy being part of a larger group when they attend toddler groups and sessions at the library. This builds their confidence in preparation for the busy nursery and school environment.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their starting points across all areas of learning. They are becoming well prepared for the next stages of their learning, including their eventual move on to school. They confidently make choices and independent decisions throughout the day. They are becoming confident communicators who listen and express themselves well. They approach their play with enthusiasm and they are eager to join in activities.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY301653 Local authority Sunderland Inspection number 1104315 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 13 November 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2005 and lives in Houghton-le-Spring. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder has a childcare 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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