Childminder in Sunderland

Inspection date 14 February 2019 Previous inspection date 3 October 2018

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Inadequate 4 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 has successfully addressed the actions raised at the last inspection. She has completed safeguarding training for herself and her assistant and both have a secure knowledge to ensure children's welfare is protected. Assistants now hold a current paediatric first-aid certificate. All adults with access to children have suitability checks in place. n The childminder and her assistant develop strong emotional bonds with children from the start. Children are happy and settled and the childminder is caring and attentive to their needs. Children thoroughly enjoy their company and are eager for them to join in their play. They show confidence and high levels of self-esteem. n Children's language and communication skills are fostered particularly well. The childminder talks to children continually, responding positively to emerging words and expanding their vocabulary by introducing and repeating new words as they play.

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This provision is good

n Children behave well. They listen to the childminder and respond well to her high expectations and the boundaries she sets. Children learn to control their feelings and emotions and follow routines well. For example, they help when it is tidy up time. n The childminder reflects on her practice well, recognising her strengths and areas to develop. She acts on the advice of others, such as early years professionals, to help improve practice and children's outcomes. n The childminder does not consistently provide a wide range of resources to enable young children to explore and investigate. n The childminder has not developed an ambitious programme to continually improve her professional knowledge, aimed at achieving exceptional outcomes for children.

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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 develop opportunities for younger children to enhance their investigation and exploration skills n establish a targeted plan for continual professional development, to enhance teaching and learning to the highest 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 and those adults working with children. 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 how to protect children and has clear procedures in place if she has any concerns. She carries out daily checks and thorough risk assessments of her premises to help to promote children's safety. The childminder supervises children well. She monitors children's progress effectively and closes any gaps in their learning. Parents highly praise the care and support that they and their children receive. The childminder works with assistants. She keeps their knowledge up to date effectively with discussions about changes in legislation and updates. She ensures that they are aware of children's needs and about any developments.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder and her assistant know what children can do. They use accurate observations and assessments to identify gaps in children's learning and plan for their next stage of learning and development. They engage children in interesting discussions during their play that challenges their thinking and problem-solving skills. For example, children play with a craft activity as they decide how to use glue and various materials. They discuss what they are making and how to use the resources, such as using cotton wool for sheep and rabbits. The childminder supports children's literacy skills. Children talk about and draw their favourite film characters while retelling the stories. The childminder challenges children's mathematical learning. She encourages children to describe the size and texture of the materials. Children learn with interest and enjoy taking part in activities.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is affectionate and attentive to children's individual needs. She helps children to develop their confidence and social skills and gain awareness of the world around them. This is demonstrated when children share their experiences with others and they talk about events from nursery. The childminder encourages children to be independent. They eagerly do things for themselves, including at snack time. The childminder actively praises children for their efforts and achievements. She encourages them to lead healthy lifestyles. For example, children adopt good hygiene routines, are active and enjoy regular fresh air. Parents are happy with the level of care provided.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are confident communicators and are curious and keen to explore. They are inquisitive, like to try things out for themselves and show an increasing ability to concentrate well at chosen activities. Children listen to stories and sing songs well. They learn to make marks with chalks and paints, enjoy looking at books and develop early literacy skills. Children benefit from being active in the childminder's garden and during regular trips to the local park. They make good progress in preparation for their eventual moves on to nursery or school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY443436 Local authority Sunderland Inspection number 10081705 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 0 - 7 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 10 Date of previous inspection 3 October 2018

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in the Castletown area of Sunderland. She works with an assistant. The childminder operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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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