Childminder EY358320

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 26 March 2018 23 September 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 are extremely settled in the childminder's care. They respond well to the childminder as she praises them and they are self-assured. This helps them to form secure attachments and prepares them emotionally for their future learning.  There are good relationships between the childminder and parents. For instance, she speaks regularly with them about their children's progress and incorporates their home learning into activities that are provided.  The childminder provides children with good opportunities to learn about cultures different to their own.  The childminder uses her knowledge of the children's needs to plan interesting and challenging activities. Children make good progress from their starting points.  The childminder is a good role model and has clear expectations for children's behaviour. Children learn to be polite and include others in their play.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always make the most of opportunities that arise in children's play to help them think about and solve problems for themselves.  The childminder misses some opportunities to fully extend children's awareness of healthy lifestyles. For example, she does not build on children's awareness of healthy eating.

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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

 develop the use of techniques to help children think problems through and respond independently  help children to gain a greater awareness of the benefits of making healthy food choices as part of a healthy lifestyle.

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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. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household.  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

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good understanding of child protection and the procedures to follow if she has concerns about a child's welfare. She carries out detailed risk assessments. This helps to ensure that the areas where children play are safe. The childminder evaluates her provision well to help her identify and secure future improvements. This demonstrates her commitment to continuously raising the quality of her service. Policies and procedures are updated to ensure that they comply with current requirements and underpin the childminder's good practice. The childminder conscientiously develops her professional knowledge. For example, she seeks out and attends regular training to support the quality of her teaching and promote good outcomes for children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder observes children at play. She checks and monitors their progress against the typical range of development for their age, helping her to identify what they need to learn next. Children welcome the childminder's involvement in their play. For example, they enjoy passing large trucks and cars across the floor to each other. Children's early communication skills are supported and they enjoy singing and reading books with the childminder. They sit close by, listen attentively and watch the childminder's facial expressions closely.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder shares information about children with their parents to ensure she meets children's care needs. She supports children to be independent and extends their self-help skills. Children wash and dry their hands and help the childminder with tasks, such as putting out toys and equipment. They become increasingly aware of their own needs, such as requesting drinks when they are thirsty. The childminder plans daily outdoor activities, including visits to local parks and community toddler groups. These support children's physical development and social skills.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are prepared well for the next stage in their learning and starting school. They develop independence and confidence. For example, they make choices about their play. Children show excitement and take pleasure in their learning. Children engage well in imaginative play. For example, when role playing with baby dolls. They behave well and build positive relationships and treat each other with kindness and respect.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY358320 Local authority Durham Inspection number 1104637 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 10

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 23 September 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2007 and works alongside a co-childminder in the co- childminder's home in the Seaham area of Durham. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a relevant 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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