Childminder EY413302

Inspection date 26 September 2018 Previous inspection date 19 October 2017

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Requires improvement 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 childminder has made vast improvements to her practice since her previous inspection. She has developed her understanding of how to accurately plan for what children need to learn next. The childminder completes regular observations and assessments to help identify any gaps in children's learning. n Children engage well in their learning. They listen and respond well to instructions and participate in turn-taking activities. Children are confident and demonstrate good levels of self-esteem. This demonstrates good social skills. n The childminder follows children's interest in play. She provides a good balance of support and encouragement during activities. The childminder models how to use resources and asks questions. This helps to promote children's thinking skills. n Partnerships with parents are good. Parents state that they feel valued. They compliment the childminder regarding how much their children enjoy their time at the

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The provision is good

setting. The childminder provides activity ideas for parents to try at home. This helps to provide a continued approach to children's learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n The childminder does not fully extend children's knowledge and awareness of differences between their own and other traditions and communities. n The childminder has not developed a targeted programme of professional development that helps to raise the quality of teaching to the highest level.

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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 provide further opportunities for children to develop an awareness of similarities and differences between their own and other traditions and communities n build on professional development opportunities and use knowledge gained to help raise the overall quality of teaching to the highest standard.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector completed an evaluation of an activity with the childminder. n 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. n The inspector spoke to children during the inspection. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder provides a safe and secure environment for children and their families. She has effective risk assessment procedures in place and completes regular safety checks. The childminder talks to children about ways to keep themselves safe. For example, during kitchen role-play activities, the childminder plays alongside children and pretends the toy oven is hot. The childminder is aware of the procedure to follow in the event of an allegation being made against herself or a family member. Furthermore, the childminder demonstrates a good understanding of local safeguarding procedures and how to respond to a concern regarding the welfare of a child. The childminder reviews children's progress. She is aware of her responsibility to share information with other early years providers and schools where children attend to help provide a consistent approach to learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children have a good range of resources and make independent choices in their play. They demonstrate very good hand-to-eye coordination. Children are motivated to learn and enjoy their time at the setting. The childminder interacts very well with children and provides a good level of challenge during activities. For instance, children are supported to carefully stack small-wooden blocks to build high towers. Children laugh when the blocks fall down. The childminder encourages children to rebuild these and count the pieces as they go. This helps to promote children's mathematical skills. The childminder encourages young children to repeat words and phrases. This helps to develop children's communication and language skills.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder helps children to settle quickly into her setting. She takes time to ensure settling-in sessions are tailored to children's individual needs. This helps to build excellent relationships with parents and children. The childminder encourages children to follow good hygiene practices. She talks to children and engages them in conversations during nappy-change time. Children have good opportunities to participate in physical activities. For instance, the childminder takes them on trips to the local park and other areas of interest. Children are provided with healthy choices during mealtimes.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress. They behave well and learn to complete age-appropriate tasks. Children demonstrate good literacy skills. They use a range of mark-making materials to design their own drawings. Children demonstrate good imaginative skills. They play with dolls and role-play resources to create their own scenarios. Children are well prepared for their next stage in learning and eventual move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY413302 Local authority Newcastle upon Tyne Inspection number 10070567 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 2 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection 19 October 2017

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The childminder registered in 2010 and lives in Newcastle, Tyne and Wear. She operates all year round from 7am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, except for family holidays.

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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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