Childminder in Northumberland

Inspection date 17 October 2018 Previous inspection date 13 January 2015

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Good 2 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 places a high priority on children's safety. She is vigilant and acts swiftly when she identifies potential hazards. This is demonstrated when she removes a piece of play equipment she feels is unsteady. n Children have very good relationships with the childminder and her assistant. For example, young children laugh and giggle as they play peek-a-boo with the assistant. n The childminder supports children's communication and language effectively. She speaks clearly and in simple sentences. This helps younger children to copy what she is saying and expand their vocabulary. n Children make good progress. The childminder observes children as they play and identifies what they need to learn next.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n Younger children sometimes lack engagement in activities because the childminder does not always give them enough opportunities to follow their own interests and choose their own activities. n The childminder's self-evaluation and plans for professional development are not yet precisely focused on the improvements to raise the quality of her provision to an even higher 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 more opportunities for children to follow their own interests and choose their own activities n strengthen self-evaluation and plans for professional development and identify more precisely improvements to raise the quality of the provision to an even higher level.

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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 indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector completed a joint 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 has robust policies and procedures to help keep children safe and well. She is confident in describing the signs that may cause her to be worried about a child's welfare and the actions she would take in these circumstances. She ensures her assistant has a good awareness of her policies and procedures and understands his role in safeguarding children. The childminder monitors children's progress over time. She maintains a good overview of their learning to ensure they continue to make good progress. She knows where to seek support if she is concerned about a child's development.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder uses her skills to plan enjoyable activities, overall. This is evident when older children use the play dough. They clearly enjoy the activity and talk confidently about what they are doing. They explore a range of cutters and learn how to use rolling pins with control. The childminder helps children to develop their mathematical skills. For example, she helps children to learn about shape as she encourages them to complete wooden jigsaw puzzles. Older children persevere as they complete puzzles. They begin to use colour and pattern, as well as shape, to join pieces together. The childminder works with parents effectively and shares information about their learning and development.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children behave well. The childminder has clear behavioural expectations, which she consistently reinforces. For example, she consistently reminds children to get down when they start climbing. She works well with parents to ensure a consistent approach to managing children's behaviour. Children begin to understand that they need to share their toys with other children. They demonstrate this when they give some blocks to other children and manage their emotions, with the support of the childminder. The childminder helps children to lead healthy lifestyles. They enjoy a range of healthy meals with plenty of fruit and vegetables. Children also enjoy walks in the local area and playing in the childminder's garden.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress. Young children count with numbers in order. They are confident communicators and enjoy explaining to others what they are doing. Toddlers enjoy exploring how they can use tools, such as play dough cutters, to make patterns. They enjoy early imaginative play as they make drinks and cook meals in the play kitchen. They learn a good range of skills which prepares them well for the next stage in their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY330209 Local authority Northumberland Inspection number 10071111 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 - 9 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection 13 January 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2006 and lives in Bedlington. She works occasionally with an assistant. The childminder operates from 7.30am to 5pm Monday to Thursday, and from 7.30am to 2pm on Fridays, all year round, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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