Salmon, Jill Marie

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 10 July 2018 7 September 2015

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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 observes children at play and checks their achievements against levels of development typically expected for their age. She uses her findings to help her to plan challenging activities that help children to build on what they already know and can do. This contributes to the good progress that children make in their learning.  Children are clearly at ease in the childminder's care. They respond well to her kind and caring approach and develop high levels of self-esteem.  The childminder is reflective and seeks ways to build on her practice. She gathers the views of parents and children to inform her plans for ongoing improvement successfully.  Parents are extremely happy with the care and learning the childminder provides. A number of them commend her for supporting children's social and emotional development particularly well.  The childminder shares information with nurseries and schools at key points, which

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This provision is good

helps to provide a consistent approach to children's care, learning and development. She understands the importance of preparing children well for the next stage in their learning and supports them to develop confidence before moving on from her care.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Sometimes, the childminder does not give children enough time and encouragement to become independent learners and lead their own play.  The childminder does not consistently extend children's opportunities to develop their imaginative skills during play.

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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

 support children even more effectively to lead their own learning and play independently  extend the opportunities children have to engage in imaginative play.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed the areas of the childminder's home used for childminding.  The inspector observed the quality of teaching and assessed its impact on children's learning and development.  The inspector spoke to the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection. She looked at relevant documents, including evidence of the suitability checks carried out on adults in the household.  The inspector carried out a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector spoke to children at appropriate times during the inspection. She took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The qualified and experienced childminder is committed to continuing with her own professional development. For example, she conducts her own research to find new ideas and activities to promote children's ongoing learning and development well. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has secure knowledge of signs that may indicate a child is at risk of harm. She knows what to do if she is concerned about a child's welfare. Partnerships with parents are effective. The childminder works well alongside them to assess children's progress and shares her plans for learning. The childminder provides an inclusive environment where every child is valued.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a secure understanding of the ways young children learn. She incorporates their interests and preferences into her planning. For example, she provides plenty of challenging activities in the garden and on outings that incorporate all areas of learning. This helps to motivate children who prefer to learn outdoors. Children develop good physical skills and coordination. For example, they use a range of tools to mould and shape dough. The childminder recognises the value of such activities in helping children to strengthen their hand muscles in preparation for learning to write. Children develop good skills in early mathematics. The childminder encouraged them to compare shapes during an activity and they confidently discussed length, size and numbers.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder has good knowledge of how to manage children's behaviour effectively. Children respond well to her consistent, fair approach and learn to understand the needs and feelings of others. The childminder gives children age-appropriate opportunities to develop their independence skills. She teaches them to manage their personal needs, such as managing their clothing and washing their hands. This helps to prepare them for when they begin to attend school. Children learn about the importance of staying safe and following a healthy lifestyle. For example, they are reminded to be careful when using resources during play activities and when using large play equipment in the garden. Children enjoy healthy snacks and daily opportunities for fresh air and exercise. This helps to promote their physical health and well-being.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress in their learning and achieve at least the levels of development typically expected for their age. Children are very inquisitive and share their thoughts and questions during play. They are confident learners who eagerly participate and, with support from the childminder, remain engaged in activities for extended periods. This demonstrates a positive attitude that helps to prepare them well for later learning. Children develop good social skills. They begin to manage minor conflicts with minimal support and develop early friendships successfully.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY263645 Local authority North Tyneside Inspection number 1128775 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 10

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 7 September 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2003 and lives in Cullercoats. She operates for 47 weeks of the year from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3. She receives funding to provide free early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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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