Childminder 301067

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 8 May 2018 6 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

 Children are happy, confident and well settled in the childminder's care. They move around the setting, choosing what they want to do. They enthusiastically join in with activities and show good levels of concentration.  The childminder supports the development of children's communication and language skills. For example, she interacts well with children, providing lots of explanation about what she is doing and introducing new words. This helps children to develop their speaking skills and expand their vocabulary.  The childminder promotes children's social skills well. She encourages young children to play cooperatively together, share and take turns.  The childminder works with her local authority and regularly updates her knowledge which has a positive impact on the quality of teaching.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not gather enough detailed information from parents about what their children already know and can do before they start.  Occasionally, the childminder does not give children enough opportunities to make predications and to think about and solve problems in their own way.

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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

 gather more detailed information from parents about the skills and abilities children already have when they first start  build on children's ability to make predictions and solve problems for themselves to increase the potential for each child to achieve at the highest possible level.

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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. 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 the written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a secure understanding of how to identify and report any child protection concerns. She has policies and procedures in place to respond to any concerns she may have about a child's welfare. Partnerships with parents are good. The childminder regularly talks with parents about their children's progress. Parents' written comments indicate their satisfaction with the childminder's service. A wide range of information, such as policies and procedures, is shared with parents prior to the child commencing with the childminder. The childminder evaluates the service she offers to identify areas for further development. For example, she intends to provide more opportunities and resources for children to explore and investigate outdoors. The childminder carries out robust risk assessments, helping to minimise risks in the indoor and outdoor environments.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder knows the children in her care very well. She uses observations and assessments well and monitors children's progress effectively. A robust tracking document helps her to identify any gaps in their learning. She successfully follows children's interests and plans a variety of fun and exciting activities, helping them remain engaged and motivated. Children enjoy building with a range of construction resources. The childminder introduces numbers, colours and shapes as children build, helping to develop their mathematical understanding.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Good behaviour is valued and encouraged by the childminder. She has clear boundaries and gives children lots of praise and encouragement. These help them to gain confidence and self-esteem. Children have established strong bonds and attachments with the childminder, supporting their emotional well-being. Consequently, children are happy and settled. Children have many opportunities to be physically active. They enjoy running, jumping and climbing in the park. They enjoy activities, such as digging and planting, which help develop their hand movements. The childminder promotes children's healthy lifestyles well. She provides children with nutritious snacks and drinks and makes full use of opportunities to develop children's understanding of healthy lifestyles.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress in relation to their stage of development. They enjoy a wide range of activities and experiences. They know where to find their favourite toys and make lots of independent decisions about their play. Children learn to manage their own personal hygiene. For example, they wash their own hands before lunch and snack time. Children's literacy skills develop well. They regularly choose their favourite stories and read with the childminder. Children are well prepared for their future learning, including the move on to nursery and school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 301067 Local authority Darlington Inspection number 1103418 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 22

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 6 November 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1999 and lives in Darlington. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and 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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Telephone number

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