Childminder in North Tyneside

Inspection date 14 March 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 uses self-evaluation systems and accurately identifies areas for future improvement to develop her daily provision. She continually reflects on activities to make sure these are age appropriate for children and fully meet their individual needs. n Children are actively encouraged by the childminder to lead their own play. They are willing to 'have a go' and thoroughly enjoy engaging in a good variety of experiences. Children acquire skills in preparation for the next stage in their learning. n The childminder supports children to develop their understanding of the wider world. For example, children learn about various traditions and recognise differences and similarities in people. n Children are provided with frequent praise and reassurance to enable them to feel valued and appreciated. The childminder uses a calm approach to manage children's behaviour and reminds them to share and take turns with their toys.

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This provision is good

n The childminder has not yet established effective partnerships with other early years settings that children attend, to create continuity in their learning and development. n The childminder does not always make the best use of opportunities in the outdoor area to enable children to explore and investigate the natural environment throughout the year.

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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 strengthen links with other early years settings that children attend and share ongoing details to create a complementary approach to their learning n enhance opportunities for children who prefer to learn outdoors, to further extend their exploratory and investigative skills.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector viewed all areas of the childminder's home used by children and observed play and learning opportunities. n The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder. n The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspector looked at and discussed a range of records and policies and procedures with the childminder, including evidence of qualifications and the suitability of all adults living in the household. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through written testimonials obtained by the childminder.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The childminder demonstrates a commitment to her professional development to consistently update her skills and knowledge. For instance, she attends training courses, participates in webinars and carries out online research. In addition, she works closely with other childminders to enable her to share ideas and suggestions for future practice. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a strong understanding of how to safeguard children and is fully aware of how to protect children's welfare. She is confident to discuss wider safeguarding issues, including the 'Prevent' duty guidance and e-safety. The childminder completes risk assessments for her premises to highlight potential hazards and to swiftly address any issues.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children's literacy development is fostered well by the childminder through a selection of popular stories, songs and rhymes. Children listen attentively and happily join in with actions and movements. They follow simple instructions and offer help and guidance to each other during group games. The childminder implements good observation and assessment systems to monitor children's ongoing progress. She uses this information to plan precisely for children's next steps in learning. The childminder communicates on a daily basis with parents to keep them well informed about their children's time in her care. Parents have a clear overview of their children's attainments and abilities as they regularly access their learning journey information.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder makes effective use of community activities to support children to be active, enhance their interactions and develop their social skills. Children follow good hygiene practices and start to manage their own personal needs, in relation to health and self-care. They extend their independence skills and develop their own awareness of how to use equipment safely, for instance, as they help to create their own pizzas for lunchtime. Children's emotional well-being is successfully promoted. The childminder creates a warm, welcoming and stimulating environment indoors. Children build a good sense of belonging and form positive relationships with the childminder and their peers.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good rates of progress from their starting points. They become confident in their communication and language development as they comfortably engage in discussion and respond to questions. Younger children begin to make marks and express their own ideas and thoughts while they make their own creations. Older children enhance their thinking and problem-solving skills during threading activities. Children easily complete jigsaw puzzles and fit various shapes into inset boards. This helps to build their mathematical understanding of shape, space and measure.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY543645 Local authority North Tyneside Inspection number 10090186 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 2 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Newcastle upon Tyne. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a childcare qualification at level 3.

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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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