Childminder in Stockton-on-Tees

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 27 April 2018 3 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 experienced and well qualified. She has a good knowledge of how children learn and develop. She demonstrates a strong commitment to promoting a good service and this has a positive impact on the learning experiences she plans.  Parents are very complimentary about the childminder's service. They report that they feel very involved and informed about their children's care and learning.  The childminder has a detailed knowledge of each child she cares for. She uses her good understanding of how young children learn to assess their achievements and identify what they need to do next to progress in their learning. All children make good progress in their learning and are well prepared for their next stage of development.  Children are settled, happy and relaxed in the childminder's welcoming and friendly home. The childminder recognises children as individuals and ensures she meets their

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This provision is good

specific needs effectively.  The premises are safe and secure. The childminder uses risk assessments to identify and minimise any hazards around the home and on outings.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 There are times when the questions the childminder poses to children are not as effective as they could be to help extend children's thinking skills further.  The childminder does not have an enhanced understanding of how to use the repetitive play of young children to help extend their learning.

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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

 enhance questioning skills to help children articulate their thoughts and promote their already good thinking even further  develop an even greater understanding of how to use the repetitive actions of young children when they play to help maximise their learning.

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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 with the children during the inspection.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through the written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good understanding of child protection issues. She has a secure knowledge of the signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect. She is committed to improving her professional skills and keeps her knowledge and practice up to date. For example, she has gained a level 3 childcare qualification and has attended a range of training courses. She meets regularly with other childminders to share ideas and to keep her practice relevant. The childminder uses self-evaluation to reflect on her practice. This helps her to plan changes and monitor the impact of what she does. The childminder develops strong partnerships with parents. She shares information with them about their children's progress and suggests how they can extend children's learning at home.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder skilfully supports children's language and communication development. For example, she involves children in continuous conversation, providing a good model of language to support and improve their confidence and abilities. She generally asks relevant questions about colours and size to encourage children to think and share their ideas, while also developing their mathematical skills. The childminder responds to children's interests and extends activities effectively. For instance, when children became interested in brushes she provides containers and water so they can use the brush to make marks. The childminder incorporates mathematical language and ideas routinely as part of children's play to help them develop the skills they need for counting.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder's calm, considerate and nurturing manner helps her to create a warm and welcoming environment. She promotes children's good health. For example, she works with parents to ensure that children are provided with healthy packed lunches. Children have lots of opportunities to be physically active in the childminder's garden. Young children laugh and squeal with delight as they chase the childminder around the garden with a pretend water hose. The childminder frequently takes children to play-and-stay groups. These experiences support children to develop their social skills and gain new friendships. The childminder encourages children to be kind and gentle towards each other and teaches them to share resources and take turns. She is a positive role model and children's behaviour is very good. She helps children to respect their differences. For example, children talk about how different the colour of their hair is.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are well prepared for future learning and school. They are confident and capable communicators. Children enjoy exploring with role-play experiences and invent their imaginary play well. They gain good independence skills. For example, during snack time they learn how to use knives safely to cut up their fruit by themselves. Children count spontaneously as they play.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY373504 Local authority Stockton on Tees Inspection number 1104779 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 12

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 3 November 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2008 and lives in Ingleby Barwick, Stockton on Tees. The childminder cares for children all year round from 8am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate 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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