Childminder in Middlesbrough

Inspection date 1 February 2019 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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This provision is good

n The childminder is very enthusiastic about her role and is dedicated to the children in her care. Her setting is well managed to ensure good-quality, safe care. n Children are happy, secure and settled, and they demonstrate a strong sense of belonging. Their emotional well-being is assured. Parents comment very positively about the relationships their children have with both the childminder and her assistant. n The childminder closely tracks how well children are developing. She uses this information and what she learns from her observations to move children on and achieve more. Children are becoming well prepared for the next stage in their learning. n The childminder provides a welcoming and highly stimulating learning environment. An excellent range of resources are successfully used by the childminder to promote children's development. n The premises are secure and childcare areas are maintained to a high standard. The

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This provision is good

childminder prioritises children's safety and teaches them how to keep themselves safe. Good arrangements are in place to keep children well supervised and out of danger. n The childminder does not consistently make the most of her good partnerships with parents to gather more comprehensive information about children's achievements and skills on entry to her care. n The childminder has not fully established rigorous, highly focused systems for supporting her assistant to help develop his practice.

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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 gather more comprehensive information from parents about children's achievements and skills when they first start at the setting n focus the professional development plans for assistants more sharply to help raise practice to the highest possible 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 indoors 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 and working 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 completes training to ensure that her safeguarding knowledge is current. She is aware of the signs of abuse and neglect and of her duty to prevent children being drawn into situations that put them at risk. She is confident about what to do if she is concerned about a child. The childminder keeps her assistant informed of her policies and procedures and monitors his work. Effective steps are taken to evaluate the quality of care and identify any areas for improvement. The childminder welcomes parents' and children's views to help with this process. She attends training and uses what she has learned to improve outcomes for children. Parents speak very highly of the provision. For example, they say, 'I wouldn't want my children to go elsewhere' and that the childminder 'provides an all-round fantastic service'.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder pitches activities at a level that is demanding but still within the child's reach. As a result, children are challenged to learn new things while staying engaged and motivated. She knows when to let children lead their own play and when to intervene to prevent children from becoming frustrated or bored. Activities are based on what children need to learn next and what they are interested in. For example, she knows that children enjoy using numbers and incorporates this knowledge into her planning. Good steps are taken to promote children's communication and language. The childminder responds positively to their questions and comments. She gives them time to initiate conversations and respects their thinking time. Good use is made of children's favourite books, such as 'Elmer', to build their language development and to raise their appreciation of diversity. The childminder sits children close to her so they can enjoy the

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

story together. As well as promoting speech and listening skills, this builds bonds and makes children feel valued and included.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children's behaviour is good. They are learning how to manage their feelings and become more caring to others. They respond well to the childminder's calm, positive approach. Older children are patient and kind with their peers. For example, when they initiate a game of skittles, they are happy to let the younger children join in. Children respond positively to the rules in the setting, including helping to tidy up and washing their hands before eating. The childminder successfully promotes children's physical development and their good health. She allows space indoors and outdoors for energetic play and teaches them about the importance of good hygiene routines.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in their learning and development. They are developing self-assurance and are confident in what they do, such as trying out new activities. They are becoming increasingly independent and are able to make choices and decisions. They demonstrate a developing understanding of numbers and counting and use these in their conversation and play. They learn to value and respect differences and learn about the wider world.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY540305 Local authority Middlesbrough Inspection number 10080063 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 12 Number of children on roll 15 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Middlesbrough. She operates all year round, from 6am to 8pm from Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder works with an assistant.

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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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