Childminder in Redcar and Cleveland

Inspection date 18 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 provides a welcoming, stimulating environment in which to care for children. Resources are plentiful, of very good quality and easily accessible to children. Children are able to participate in purposeful play. n Children's behaviour is good. They share, take turns and enjoy each other's company. The childminder is a good role model for children. She gives children meaningful praise and encouragement. This helps to boost children's self-esteem and confidence. n Effective partnerships with parents are in place. Parents provide positive feedback about the care and education their children receive. For example, they describe the communication as 'excellent' and say that the childminder helps their children to 'grow in confidence and independence'. n The childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of the early years foundation stage and of how children learn and develop. All children make good

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This provision is good

progress in their learning and become well prepared for starting nursery and school. n Occasionally, the childminder misses opportunities to help children learn to recognise familiar words and give meaning to marks as they play. n The childminder has not successfully gained detailed information about children's learning in other settings they attend to help them make even better progress in preparation for school.

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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 explore additional ways to extend and develop further children's literacy skills n develop stronger links with other settings children attend, to ensure a fully shared approach to children's learning to help children make the best possible 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 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 secure understanding of child protection referral procedures. She knows what action to take in the event of a concern about a child in her care. The childminder ensures that the environment is secure and welcoming for the children and parents. She carries out effective risk assessments to ensure that children are safe in her home and on outings. The childminder welcomes parent's feedback to help her evaluate her provision. She continually looks for ways to improve her work. For example, she has plans in place to further strengthen the arrangements for monitoring children's progress, to maximise their development. She completes training, such as safeguarding and behaviour management courses, to keep informed about new legislation and initiatives.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

At the start of a child's placement with her, the childminder gains an insight about their starting points from parents. She uses this, and what she learns from her own subsequent observations and assessments, to plan securely for each child. Activities are based on children's interests and their next steps in learning. Children are very much involved in choosing what they want to do and they are encouraged to make choices and decisions. The childminder recognises that this ensures children are motivated and engaged in their play. The childminder extends children's speaking skills effectively. She talks to children about what they are doing, asks questions and repeats new words for younger children.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children form strong relationships with the childminder. They are settled and comfortable in the childminder's care and approach her with confidence. The childminder works closely with parents to ensure children's needs are met at all times. She takes time and care to gain lots of information from parents, to help children feel secure when they first start. Good arrangements are in place for outdoor play and learning. The childminder makes excellent use of the local community, including parks, the beach and nature areas, to provide children with rich learning experiences. This also greatly benefits children's health as they play in the fresh air and get exercise as they walk to and from venues.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children explore the stimulating environment with confidence and make independent choices about their play. They develop good listening and communication skills and converse confidently with their peers and adults. Their self-care skills are increasing and appropriate to their age and stage of development. For example, as they get older, children competently feed themselves and manage their personal care. Meal and snack times are a sociable, happy time when children learn invaluable social skills in preparation for school. Children count and discuss quantity, size and shape as they mould their dough, demonstrating an increasing understanding of mathematics.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY541016 Local authority Redcar and Cleveland Inspection number 10089482 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 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 14 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Saltburn By The Sea. She operates all year round from 7am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except 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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