Childminder in Redcar and Cleveland

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 20 June 2018 18 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 develops strong partnerships with parents. They work closely together to meet each child's care and learning needs through a consistent approach. The childminder frequently shares information so activities are continued at home.  The childminder regularly evaluates the quality of her practice and provision. She obtains the views of parents and children to identify areas for development and to help her meet children's individual needs well.  The childminder effectively monitors children's progress and plans an exciting range of activities based on their stage of development and emerging interests. Children make good progress from their starting points.  Children are happy and settled in the childminder's care and demonstrate a strong sense of belonging. The childminder is very sensitive towards each child's needs and is effective in supporting their emotional well-being.  The childminder is a good role model. She provides children with gentle explanations

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This provision is good

about acceptable behaviour to help build on their developing social skills.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The information that the childminder gathers before children start does not consistently include enough detail about children's current abilities and learning needs.  The childminder does not fully explore all opportunities to help children's understanding of the differences between people and communities beyond their immediate experience.

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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 when children first start, to identify more precisely what they already know and can do  enhance children's understanding of the differences between people and communities beyond their immediate experience.

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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 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 children during the inspection.  The inspector spoke with parents during the inspection and took account of their views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good understanding of child protection procedures. She knows what action to take if she is concerned about a child's safety. The childminder carries out thorough risk assessments of her home to identify and minimise any potential hazards to children. The childminder tracks the progress of children in her care effectively. She accurately assesses their individual learning needs and discusses their development with parents. The childminder prioritises mandatory training. For example, she has recently completed a safeguarding course which helps to ensure she has up-to- date knowledge and understanding. She works closely with other local childminders to evaluate and continually improve her good teaching practice.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder uses a good system for monitoring and tracking the progress of children. She uses this information to identify potential gaps in their learning quickly and to plan for their future progress precisely. The childminder supports children's communication and language well. For example, she responds to young children's babbles and uses commentary and repetition. The childminder follows young children's interests to help her to engage them and maintain their attention. Her positive involvement in children's play enables them to learn and have fun. For instance, while playing a peek-a-boo game in a tepee tent, younger children laugh and giggle with excitement. The childminder helps very young children to start to develop their early mathematical skills. For example, she engages in counting with toddlers to help them to start to develop an awareness of numbers during play.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder's calm and positive approach helps create a nurturing environment where children feel safe in her care. She continuously praises children for their efforts and achievements. This helps them to build positive self-esteem and a growing self-awareness. The childminder organises her environment well to allow children to access resources easily. For example, they take out toys they want to play with and happily engage with them in play. Children attend toddler groups within the local community where they have opportunities to play alongside each other and develop important skills, such as turn taking and sharing. The childminder helps children to lead healthy lifestyles. She works with parents to ensure that children benefit from healthy packed lunches.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in their learning. They are enthusiastic and curious learners and learn a wide range of skills, which prepares them well for starting school. Young children develop curiosity and an enthusiasm to discover new things. For example, they enjoy exploring cause-and-effect toys, turning knobs and pressing buttons. Toddlers babble enthusiastically and make a range of sounds. They develop their physical skills and enjoy opportunities to move in different ways.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY358550 Local authority Redcar & Cleveland Inspection number 1104641 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 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 18 July 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2008 and lives in Marske-by-the-Sea. The childminder cares for children Monday to Friday from 7am to 6pm all year round, 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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