Childminder in Middlesbrough

Inspection date 21 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 Arrangements for self-evaluation are good. The childminder reviews many aspects of her provision, taking account of the views of her assistants and parents to help her identify ways she can improve further. n Children show high levels of confidence and are motivated to explore the learning environment provided. The childminder skilfully sets up the play room so children can play and enjoy learning together. Children make good progress in their learning. n Partnerships with parents and external agencies and services are strong. The childminder is committed to sharing information, to develop a shared knowledge and understanding of how to move children forwards in their learning. n Parents are delighted with the quality of the provision. They say they are 'extremely pleased with the care provided, my child quickly settled and now very much looks forward to going'. n The childminder is proactive in developing links with local schools, where children also

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This provision is good

attend. This helps to complement and provide a consistent approach to supporting children's learning. n Procedures to monitor the effectiveness of the assistant's practice are not focused sharply on improving the quality of teaching to an outstanding level. n The childminder has not fully considered a wide enough range of ways children can explore and learn outdoors during periods of cold or wet weather.

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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 enhance procedures for monitoring how assistants support children's learning, to improve the quality of teaching even further n extend opportunities for learning for children who prefer to play and learn outdoors during the winter months.

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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.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder and her assistants provide a safe and secure learning environment for children. They have a strong knowledge of procedures to follow should they have a concern about a child in their care. Risk assessments are effective and ensure all areas of the home and garden are safe for children to access. Overall, the childminder maintains a good overview of the educational activities provided for children. She takes account of children's interests and stage of development when making decisions about the experiences she provides. Children's assessment information is reviewed thoroughly. This helps the childminder to identify areas where children may require additional help and support to narrow any gaps in their learning. The childminder supports her assistants well, overall, to develop a good understanding of their role. Access to good training opportunities further supports this.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder and her assistants interact skilfully with children as they play and learn. They support children's interest in early reading very well, reading books to them with high levels of enthusiasm and asking relevant questions about the content. Children make their own choices from the wide range of books provided. They are attractively displayed and children are keen to show visitors their favourite books. Children show an interest in the sounds made by different musical instruments. They demonstrate this when the assistant provides a selection of instruments for them to explore. They play these when the assistant sings their favourite songs and rhymes. The childminder has a good understanding of where children are in their learning. She shares this with her assistants so there is mutual understanding of what children need to learn next.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

High levels of care are provided by the childminder and her competent team of assistants. Children's physical needs are given high priority, particularly at mealtimes when they are provided with fresh, nutritious food. Children's individual dietary needs and preferences are fully considered. The childminder works well with parents to maintain a consistent approach. Children's emotional needs are very well met. For example, children are comforted when they do not wish to eat their meal at the same time as others. They enjoy a cuddle and reassurance from the childminder before returning to their play-based activities. Children's behaviour is excellent. They cooperate extremely well together and respond superbly to the boundaries and simple rules the childminder puts in place.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in their learning. They are supported well to develop the key skills and knowledge that prepares them well for starting school. Children's early literacy skills are developing well. They show a keen interest in writing letters of their name and are clearly proud of their achievements. Children move confidently around the environment, indoors and outdoors. They skilfully balance along wooden planks in the garden, jumping off at the end and landing safely.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY542002 Local authority Middlesbrough Inspection number 10089954 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 - 8 Total number of places 18 Number of children on roll 25 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Middlesborough. She operates all year round from 7am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and five weeks holiday each year. The childminder works with a number of assistants.

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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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