Childminder EY451427

Inspection date 13 December 2018 Previous inspection date 29 July 2014

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Met 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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This provision is good

n The childminder uses information obtained from frequent and detailed observations and tracking to plan relevant activities with focused learning targets. She builds upon children's abilities through a carefully planned programme of learning. n The childminder supports children's self-esteem well. She praises children and encourages them to have a go at new activities and to keep trying. Children learn to have a 'can-do' attitude and become resilient learners. Children have a wonderful relationship with the childminder. n Children understand routines and expected behaviour. They follow instructions and wait patiently for their snack. During play and activities, the childminder prompts children to take turns and share their toys. This assists children to build upon their range of social skills. n The childminder promotes children's speaking skills well. She talks to children during their play and captures opportunities to introduce new language. Children are confident

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This provision is good

communicators and make good progress in their learning. n The childminder has not found successful ways to engage parents consistently in her self-evaluation to help identify further areas for improvement. n The childminder does not make the strongest possible links with other settings children attend to enable staff to share information about children's 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 enhance the self-evaluation process and involve parents more fully in identifying where aspects of the provision can be improved n build stronger links with other settings that children attend and promote a more shared approach to supporting their progress.

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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

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good understanding of her role in protecting children from harm and keeps her knowledge up to date. She is clear about the reporting procedures if she has any concerns about a child in her care. The childminder risk assesses her home and places she visits with the children to identify and minimise hazards. She carefully monitors children's progress so that she can address any gaps in their learning. The childminder is very well organised. She implements a wide range of policies and procedures which she updates regularly to reflect new requirements. These help to underpin the efficient running of her setting. The childminder understands the strengths and weaknesses of her assistants and provides guidance and coaching, where necessary. She monitors the quality of her assistants' teaching practices and discusses the regular checks made on children's learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The indoor and outdoor learning environments are bright and stimulating. Children become engaged in their play and easily choose objects they want to use. The childminder and her assistants help children to explore ideas. For examples, children delight in decorating gingerbread biscuits they have previously made. They are keen to recall how they made these and discuss the decoration they use. Children enjoy getting messy hands as they create pictures with their hands using paint. The childminder and her assistants play alongside the children and help to sustain their interest. Following on from observations, they skilfully focus on what each individual child needs to do next. As a result, children thrive in their play and become confident learners.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder provides clear explanations that support children's understanding about sharing and taking turns. She provides daily opportunities for children to be physically active and engage in outdoor activities. They visit the library and local groups which provides opportunities for them to socialise. Children take part in activities during different festivals and events. This helps them learn about the similarities and differences between one another. Children develop their understanding of healthy living and hygiene practices. For example, they wash their hands at appropriate times during the day, enjoy healthy snacks and serve themselves at snack times.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are eager learners who make good progress. They acquire the skills, knowledge and attitudes to learning that prepare them well to start school. Children develop self- control relative to their age and stage of development. Children count and use numbers. They sing number songs that help them to understand that the number changes when something is added or taken away. Children identify different farm animals and know the sounds that they make. Older children recognise their written names and begin to write them. They find their own coats and put them on.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY451427 Local authority Darlington Inspection number 10083245 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 12 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection 29 July 2014

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in Darlington. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3. The childminder works with two assistants and provides funded education for children aged two, three and four years.

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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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