Childminder in Northumberland

Inspection date 23 April 2019 Previous inspection date 23 March 2016

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Good 2 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

p.1

This provision is good

n Children have formed secure bonds with the childminder. They demonstrate that they feel safe in her care. The childminder supports children to become confident in different social situations with new people. n Children are happy and engaged and overall, make good progress in their learning. The childminder motivates children and builds on their learning effectively through her skilful interactions. She models good language and uses lively dialogue. This increases children's engagement and supports their communication skills very well. n The childminder has age-appropriate expectations of the children. She manages children's behaviour effectively and helps them to develop an understanding of sharing. Children are kind and friendly and are learning to take turns and consider the needs of others. n The childminder works very well with parents. She ensures that they are kept informed about every aspect of their child's progress. This enables parents to extend and

p.1

This provision is good

support their children's learning at home. n The childminder does not make the most effective use of self-evaluation to help identify ongoing priorities and plans to help raise the quality of the provision even further. n At times, the childminder misses opportunities to further develop older children's understanding of simple mathematical calculations.

p.1

What the setting needs to do to improve further

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

p.2

What the setting needs to do to improve further

n focus self-evaluation more sharply on identifying ways of raising the overall quality of the provision to an outstanding level n enhance opportunities that help further increase older children's understanding of simple mathematical calculations.

p.2

What the setting needs to do to improve further

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. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.

p.2

Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is fully aware of the procedures to follow if she has concerns about a child in her care. She carries out thorough risk assessments to keep children safe in all areas of her home and on outings. The childminder monitors children's progress through tracking their ongoing development. The childminder is effective in seeking early intervention for children when necessary. She develops strong partnerships with parents, professionals and schools to promote a consistent approach to children's care, learning and development. The childminder accesses online training to help keep her knowledge up to date.

p.3

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder knows children well and has high expectations for their learning. She plays alongside children and interacts well to guide and extend their learning effectively. The childminder asks a good range of questions to support children to express their thoughts and ideas. Children learn new words quickly and are eager to use them. The childminder helps children to enjoy their learning through activities that interest them and encourage them to use their skills. Children happily explore the range of toys and resources. They enjoy being actively involved in making cakes as they add the ingredients and use their hands to mix them together. The childminder encourages children to describe the differences in the textures as more ingredients are added. The childminder carefully observes children and uses this information to plan effectively for children's next steps in learning.

p.3

Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder has a good understanding of how all children develop. She is particularly aware of children's fluctuating emotional and physical needs. The childminder continually responds, supports and plans for their individual needs well. She skilfully uses routine activities to teach children about safety. For example, the childminder talks to children about safety in the kitchen and the heat of the oven when baking cakes. Children learn how to keep themselves safe, promoting their welfare. The childminder reminds children to share, take turns and tidy their toys away. Children learn to be considerate and respectful. They behave well and are supported by clear expectations and boundaries. Children are happy, settled and emotionally secure. They ask the childminder to join in with their games and enjoy spending time with her. The childminder prepares a range of nutritious home-made meals, promoting children's good

p.3

Outcomes for children are good

Overall, children make good progress in their learning and develop skills that will support them in their future learning. Younger children enjoy the freedom to practise and investigate what they can do. They explore their own ideas and select and use toys and resources independently, moving between the inside and outside environments.

p.3

Setting details

Unique reference number EY443532 Local authority Northumberland Inspection number 10065224 Type of provision Childminder

p.4

Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 1 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 19 Date of previous inspection 23 March 2016

p.4

Registers

The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in Blyth. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

p.4

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.

p.4

Registers

procedures set out in the guidance Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted, which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk . If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk . achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

p.4

Registers

If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 1231, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk .

p.5

Registers

You may reuse this information (not including logos) free of charge in any format or medium, under the terms of the Open Government Licence. To view this licence, visit www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open- government-licence/ , write to the Information Policy Team, The National Archives, Kew, London TW9 4DU, or email: psi@nationalarchives.gsi.gov.uk

p.5

Registers

Interested in our work? You can subscribe to our monthly newsletter for more information and updates: www.ofsted.gov.uk/user .

p.5

Registers

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.ofsted.gov.uk

p.5