Childminder in Redcar and Cleveland

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 4 May 2018 29 July 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 values the views of parents and she regularly sends out questionnaires to gather their feedback. Parents are very complimentary about the care and learning opportunities their children receive from this attentive childminder.  The childminder knows children well and offers them a welcoming, interesting and challenging environment. She understands children's starting points and regularly reviews the good progress they make in their learning and development.  The childminder is enthusiastic and welcoming to children. She takes time getting to know children well and builds strong bonds with them. Children are very happy, settled and secure in her care.  Children select play items independently and they confidently approach the childminder for help when needed. This shows they feel safe and secure in her care. Children’s behaviour is good.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not currently build on links with other settings that children also attend to further support a consistent approach to their learning.  The childminder does not give parents precise information about their child's stage of development and progress consistently.

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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

 strengthen the links with other settings that children attend to help share information about their progress  enhance information sharing with parents about children's precise progress and stage of development.

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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 observation 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 from discussion and the written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder understands what to do should she have any concerns about the well-being of a child. She has completed relevant training and shares this information with her assistant to enable him to recognise when a child may be at risk. The childminder monitors children's progress well to help identify and address any gaps in their learning. Partnerships with parents and others who share the care of children are good, overall. The childminder regularly holds discussions with her assistant to help enhance his practice and to keep up to date with changes in legislation. The childminder is effective in her self-evaluation which includes the views of parents.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder makes regular observations of children's learning and has a good understanding of their progress and what they need to learn next. For example, the childminder encourages babies to develop their physical skills. She provides lots of space for them to crawl and holds their hands to encourage them to walk. The childminder gently guides babies' play. She sits with them and helps them to learn how to play alongside other young children and explore new situations confidently. The childminder effectively supports children's developing mathematical language, using terms such as ‘fast’ and ‘slow’. She follows children's lead, enhancing their self-chosen activities. As children have fun with bubbles, she provides a running commentary to describe their actions. Children repeat the different words to help them describe their own actions, such as 'run' and 'catch'.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder sensitively helps children to develop good relationships and behave well. She sets clear boundaries and praises children for positive behaviour. She encourages children to share, take turns and to be kind and helpful. The childminder supports children to benefit from a healthy lifestyle and they have regular opportunities for outdoor play. Meals and snacks are healthy and nutritious, and mealtimes are sociable occasions. The childminder teaches children to be aware of risk and their personal safety. They know that throwing toys may hurt someone.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are confident and active learners who enjoy trying new things. Younger children enjoy cuddles and individual attention during their play and exploration. Children develop the confidence and control to use slides and climbing apparatus independently outdoors. Younger children learn how to count and use numbers in their play. They quickly learn how things work. For example, while operating an interactive toy, they know how to press the button to make it work. Older children show high levels of independence as they dress themselves and use the toilet independently. They develop skills that prepare them for their future learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY381090 Local authority Redcar & Cleveland Inspection number 1104849 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 12 Number of children on roll 9

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 29 July 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2008. She cares for children all year round, from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except during bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder is in receipt of funding to provide free early education for children aged three and four years. She occasionally 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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