Childminder EY500073

Inspection date 9 August 2018 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Not applicable Effectiveness of leadership and management Good 2 Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2 Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2 Outcomes for children Good 2

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The provision is good

n The well-qualified childminder shows a commitment to furthering her skills and knowledge continually. She works closely with other childminders in the local area to seek support and guidance. n Children develop good communication and language skills. The childminder uses purposeful questioning techniques to encourage children to think and respond for themselves. n The childminder involves children in various outings and community activities. These experiences help to support children's social skills and interactions with others. n Children easily use a selection of tools and equipment during their activities. They extend their physical skills as they thoroughly enjoy exploring and investigating the outdoor environment.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n The childminder does not use self-evaluation as efficiently as possible to recognise highly focused priorities for improvement to enhance future outcomes for children. n The childminder does not consistently make the best use of the information gained from her tracking systems to enable children to make rapid progress across all areas of learning.

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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

n strengthen self-evaluation arrangements and establish precise targets for improvement to achieve even better outcomes for children n focus more specifically on how tracking systems can be used to monitor children's ongoing development closely and promote greater progress.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector viewed all areas of the childminder's home used by children and observed play and learning opportunities. n The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder. n The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspector looked at and discussed a range of records and policies and procedures with the childminder, including evidence of qualifications and the suitability of all adults living in the household. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through written testimonials obtained by the childminder.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder confidently discusses the child protection procedures to follow if she has any concerns. She is fully aware of possible signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect. In addition, the childminder understands her responsibility to safeguard children who may be at risk of being exposed to radical views. There are good systems in place to support the childminder's assistant in her role and responsibilities. For example, the childminder carries out supervision meetings with her assistant to promote her professional development.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder follows children's lead effectively. She incorporates children's individual interests through a wide range of enjoyable and stimulating learning opportunities. The childminder actively encourages younger children to be creative and to express their own ideas and thoughts. Older children show excitement and enthusiasm as they extend their imagination during role play, where they pretend to work in an ice-cream shop. The childminder develops good relationships with parents and communicates successfully with them on a daily basis. She positively encourages parents to share information about their children's abilities and skills at home.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children follow effective hygiene practices and learn about what foods are good for their bodies. This supports them to gain their own awareness of how to keep themselves healthy. The childminder uses a calm and consistent approach to reinforce behavioural boundaries. Children are kind and respectful to each other. The childminder is caring and nurturing, and builds close bonds with children. This makes a good contribution to children's emotional well-being. The childminder establishes links with local primary schools. She works in partnership with teachers to complement children's learning and development.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress and acquire skills in readiness for the next stage in their learning, including school. They are motivated learners and are willing to 'have a go'. Children show good levels of independence and complete small tasks for themselves, such as serving their own food at lunchtime. Children extend their early literacy skills. Younger children begin to make marks and show an interest in books. Older children listen well to familiar stories and recognise what will happen next.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY500073 Local authority Middlesbrough Inspection number 10059662 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 1 - 5 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Middlesbrough, Cleveland. She works alongside one assistant. The childminder operates all year round, from 8am to 6pm on Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She holds a childcare qualification at level 6. The childminder receives funding for the provision of free early education for three-year-old children.

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Registers

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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Registers

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