Childminder in Newcastle upon Tyne

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 18 June 2018 17 January 2018

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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

 Since the last inspection, the childminder has worked hard to reflect on her practice and she now has effective plans for continuous improvement. The childminder has found professional development opportunities to improve her and her assistant's skills. She has reorganised her home to enable children to explore safely and confidently.  Observation, assessment and planning are good. The childminder plans well-matched activities that link to children's interests and next steps in learning.  The childminder and her assistants form very strong bonds with children. They provide constant reassurance and affection, and support children to develop their independence and self-esteem at every opportunity. Children become confident and active learners.  Partnerships with parents is strong. The childminder involves them in identifying their children's starting points when they first start attending. She gives parents regular

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This provision is good

updates on children's achievements and next steps in learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder and assistants encourage plenty of conversation with children about their interests. However, they do not consistently use the correct pronunciation of words to help children understand the correct way to say them.  There are times when the childminder does not consistently stimulate babies enough, such as providing resources that highly engage and motivate them.

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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

 use the correct pronunciation of words consistently to help children understand how to say words correctly  extend and challenge babies' learning and development to the highest 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 and her assistants.  The inspector had a tour of the premises and spoke with the children during the inspection.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living and working in the household.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder and her assistants have a good understanding of the different safeguarding issues and the processes to follow should they have any concerns about a child's safety. They attend a range of child protection training to help them maintain an up-to-date understanding of safeguarding legislation and procedures. Effective daily risk assessments help the childminder to ensure her home is safe for children. Records are readily available to contribute to the effective management of the setting. Since the last inspection, the childminder has improved the supervision of her assistants. She meets with them on a regular basis to discuss their work. She works alongside them and gives them consistent guidance to help maintain good standards of practice.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder plans activities that build on children's interests and helps them to reach the next stage in their learning. She monitors children's learning to help identify children's progress and any areas where children may need further support. Overall, activities challenge children in their learning and the assistants effectively support and interact well with children. For example, during craft activities assistants introduce positional language, such as 'top' and 'bottom'. They encourage children to name the colours of feathers and to count how many they have got. The childminder and assistants support children to use their imagination well. Children enjoy playing with dolls and role play how they care for them. Babies are comfortable and supported well by the childminder and assistants. They learn how to move their bodies during familiar rhymes and start to pull themselves to a standing position ready for walking.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder and her assistants are very nurturing and children are keen for them to join in their play. They are good role models for children. Children behave well and treat each other and the home respectfully. They receive lots of praise and encouragement that helps children develop good levels of self-esteem. The childminder supports children to value each other's differences. Children enjoy regular exercise and fresh air to support their health and well-being. For example, they play in the garden and learn how to manoeuvre different equipment, such as the ride on toys.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are learning the skills to help secure success in their future learning, including school. Children lead their own play and demonstrate confidence in playing and exploring. They learn to be sociable with other children and they demonstrate confidence when approaching unfamiliar adults in their environment. Children who are slower to achieve the speaking skills typical for their age and stage of development, and children who speak English as an additional language, quickly catch up. Children gain confidence in their physical skills and self-care, such as using the bathroom independently.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY480900 Local authority Newcastle Inspection number 1125420 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 11 Total number of places 18 Number of children on roll 9

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 17 January 2018

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Kingston Park, Newcastle upon Tyne. She operates all year round from 6am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 2. The childminder works with assistants.

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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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