Childminder in Durham

Inspection date 17 January 2019 Previous inspection date 24 November 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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This provision is good

n The childminder is very well organised. She oversees a wide range of policies and procedures to provide a high-quality service that meets the needs of all children and their families. n The childminder interacts very positively with children. She provides clear explanations, teaches children new words and encourages them to develop their understanding by asking appropriate questions. Toddlers quickly learn new words and demonstrate a good understanding of instructions during daily routines, such as snack time. n The childminder has good settling-in arrangements in place that meet the needs of individual children. She builds strong relationships with parents and asks them to provide detailed information when children first start. She uses this information to plan effectively for individual routines so that all children settle quickly. n Children behave very well. They respond positively to the childminder's calm and

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This provision is good

positive approach. The childminder gives gentle reminders and explanations about expected behaviour. Parents comment that children learn to share and respond to appropriate boundaries from a young age. n The childminder has not developed secure partnerships with other settings children attend to share information and build on what children know and can do elsewhere. n The childminder does not reflect on her practice precisely enough to identify sharply focused areas for improvement and raise the quality of her provision to an outstanding 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 improve partnerships with other settings to share what children know and can do and to provide a consistent approach to their care and development n refine evaluations even further to identify sharply focused areas for further improvement and raise the overall quality of practice to the highest levels.

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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 childminder recognises the importance of professional development. She seeks opportunities to improve her knowledge and practice, such as through training and sharing ideas with other childminders. The childminder recently completed training that has enhanced her knowledge of how to support children to be physically active which is having a positive impact on children's physical development. The childminder completes detailed observations of children's learning and closely monitors their progress. She identifies what children need to learn next and plans appropriately to meet their individual needs and interests. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder implements clear policies and procedures to keep children safe. She understands her duties in ensuring children are safe and knows how to report any concerns she has about children's welfare.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children play confidently in a warm, friendly environment. The childminder provides a variety of toys and resources for children to explore. She supports children well while they play. For example, she joins in and shows children how to use equipment correctly to encourage their involvement and help them learn new skills. Toddlers are excited to make marks on a chalk board and, with help from the childminder, they learn to draw different shapes. The qualified and experienced childminder is extremely responsive to children's interests. For instance, children are fascinated by changes to the weather during the inspection and are delighted to spend time outside exploring the snow with the childminder.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children have extremely strong bonds with the childminder which helps to promote their emotional well-being. They are happy, motivated to learn new things and keen to explore. Children are encouraged to practise good hygiene procedures. They are taught about the importance of handwashing after playing and before eating. The childminder provides many opportunities for outings in the local community to help children to find out about similarities and differences between themselves and others. The childminder works closely with parents to meet children's individual needs. She exchanges information daily with parents to help to provide consistency in learning and care routines.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children develop good physical, language and social skills and make good progress from their starting points. They benefit from a range of opportunities to develop their communication skills, such as while talking about pictures in books with the childminder. They are developing key skills to support their future learning and are well prepared for their eventual move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY288713 Local authority Durham Inspection number 10062702 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 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8 Date of previous inspection 24 November 2015

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The childminder registered in 2004 and lives in Peterlee, County Durham. She operates all year round from 7.15am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and 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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