Childminder EY538693

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 13 March 2018 Not applicable

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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 and her assistant have a clear understanding of their roles and responsibility to safeguard children. They are aware of current legislation and the procedures to follow should they have concerns about the welfare of a child.  The childminder builds strong relationships with parents. Parents are complimentary about the care their children receive and the teaching provided.  The childminder skilfully observes children and assesses their current stages of development. She plans for what children need to do next, taking into account their interests, ages and stages of development, to help them progress well.  The childminder ensures there are good opportunities to promote and develop young children's understanding of healthy lifestyles and good hygiene practices.  Children are well behaved and learn to treat others with respect. They know the routine, take responsibility for their own personal needs and develop independence.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 There are some occasions when the childminder does not give children more time to explore independently, to develop ideas for themselves.  At times, the childminder does not consistently give children the time they need to put their own thoughts into words, while talking with them and when asking questions.

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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

 increase opportunities for children to explore, in their own way, and develop ideas for themselves to extend their learning further  give children the time they need to put their thoughts into words, in order to extend their thinking skills.

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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 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 and working within the household.  The inspector spoke to, and interacted with, children during the inspection.  The inspector took account of parents' views through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder understands her role in keeping children safe. For example, she and her assistant have recently completed training on the 'Prevent' duty guidance and know what to do if they had concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder demonstrates a drive for improvement to ensure that she provides the best for the children in her care. The childminder shares the safeguarding policies and procedures with her assistant and parents to help protect children's welfare. She provides regular guidance to her assistant to improve her skills and appropriate suitability checks are in place. They work together to evaluate the care and teaching provided. This ensures consistency in children's care and supports ongoing improvements. Parents are kept well informed about their child's progress, through daily discussions and regular progress updates.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder gathers relevant information from parents and uses her own observations to establish children's starting points. She uses these to plan the next steps in children's learning. She takes account of what she knows about children's interests when planning. For example, she knows children enjoy playing with small cars and uses this to engage children further in their learning. Children skilfully identify the various colours, shapes and sizes, which supports their early mathematical development. In addition, children recognise and identify weights and numerals on the baking scales as they measure out ingredients. With support, they carefully count out the baking cases and divide the mixture between them. They select favourite storybooks and listen intently to the stories read to them, which supports their ongoing literacy skills.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children benefit from regular praise and reassurance from the childminder and her assistant and are developing secure relationships with them. This helps to promote children's self-esteem and confidence well. Robust information about young children's individual routines ensures the most up-to-date information is in place to help meet children's care needs effectively. Children are supported sensitively during care routines, such as toileting and washing their hands thoroughly. They state their hands must be clean and sparkly, and they enjoy healthy and nutritious snacks and regular drinks. This all helps to promote their understanding of healthy lifestyles. Children behave very well. They demonstrate good manners, share and take turns with others.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in relation to their starting points and are developing well within the typical stages expected for their ages. They have fun, build friendships and are motivated to learn. Children benefit from physical activity. They visit the beach and enjoy regular trips to local parks where they have good opportunities for exercise. Children are developing the necessary skills for their future learning and readiness for school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY538693 Local authority Northumberland Inspection number 1085201 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 9

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Blyth, Northumberland. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. 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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