Childminder in North Tyneside

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 24 May 2018 27 October 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 has a good understanding of the early years foundation stage. She knows each child well and uses their interests to encourage and support their learning.  The childminder monitors children's development effectively. She maintains a good overview of their progress enabling her to quickly identify any gaps in their learning. Children make good progress in all areas of learning.  The childminder ensures all children receive good standards of care. Children settle quickly and establish strong attachments with the childminder. They demonstrate that they feel safe and secure in her care.  Overall, the childminder forms positive relationships with parents. She values their views and opinions and ensures she involves them in all aspects of their children's care. Parents are positive about the care their children receive.  Children enjoy a variety of visits to local community groups where they meet with other

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This provision is good

childminders and children. This provides children with opportunities to socialise in larger groups and form new friendships.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not recently targeted professional development opportunities to help enhance her practice to an even higher level.  The childminder does not gather detailed information about children's existing skills and abilities when they first start attending the setting.

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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

 extend how professional development opportunities can be used to raise the quality of the already good practice to a higher level  gather more precise information about what children know and can do on entry to the setting to support and extend their learning further.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector viewed the areas of the home used for childminding.  The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder. She looked at a selection of relevant documentation.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.  The inspector interacted with children during the inspection.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder understands her role and responsibilities to protect children. She is aware of the signs and symptoms that would concern her about a child's welfare. The childminder knows the procedures to follow to report any concerns. Children are cared for in a safe and secure environment. The childminder evaluates her provision effectively. There are clear plans for improvement. For example, she has plans to improve the outdoor area to provide children with more opportunities to investigate and explore. The childminder keeps her knowledge up to date of any legislative changes and understands how these will impact on her provision. For example, she has recently reviewed her policies and procedures to reflect the changes in handling children's information and data. Daily conversations with school staff help to provide continuity of care and complement children's learning at school.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder successfully promotes children's language and communication skills. For example, she sits with children as they play and speaks clearly. The childminder gives children time to think and try new words. Children become aware of the community around them and enjoy outings and visits to places of interest. They learn to explore and investigate different tools and resources when they use creative materials. During activities, such as exploring dough, children develop their understanding of size, shape and colour. They are keen to show, and are proud of the models they have created. The childminder encourages children to develop their early writing skills.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children play in a welcoming environment and show that they feel at home. The childminder is kind and caring. Children demonstrate that they feel happy and secure and display high levels of confidence and self-esteem. They move around the home freely selecting their own activities from a range of resources. The childminder encourages children to develop their physical skills. Children regularly play outside in the garden and go to local parks. They are encouraged to eat a range of healthy, nutritional snacks and meals. The childminder is a good role model and provides clear guidance about her expectations of behaviour. She praises children for their efforts and children show an understanding of what is expected of them. The childminder encourages children to share, take turns and use good manners when they play.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are happy, well settled and confident during their time in the setting. They are eager to learn and are motivated by the activities provided. Children enjoy participating in imaginary play and use a range of small-world resources. Young children are beginning to show independence in their self-care skills. Children learn to write their name and learn about letters and the sounds they represent. They are developing skills that will enhance their future learning well.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY422392 Local authority North Tyneside Inspection number 1122311 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 3 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 27 October 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2011 and lives in Longbenton, Newcastle upon Tyne. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm on Monday, Thursday and Friday.

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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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