Childminder in Redcar and Cleveland

Inspection date 28 May 2019 Previous inspection date 16 May 2016

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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

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This provision is good

n The childminder works closely with her co-childminder. She identifies opportunities for ongoing training and professional development. This helps her to continually improve aspects of her practice. For instance, she has recently developed the main playroom to make toys and resources more readily available for children to choose from in their play. n The childminder plans interesting and stimulating activities based on children's interests. She knows what children need to learn next and builds upon their prior learning successfully. For instance, children show high levels of concentration and perseverance as they learn to use scissors during a collage activity. n The childminder establishes strong relationships with children and their families. She works closely with parents to ensure she has a detailed understanding of children's learning and development and to promote consistency in care routines.

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This provision is good

n Children are confident and motivated learners. They display high levels of curiosity and quickly develop good levels of independence. For example, they are delighted to try honey at snack time after learning about beehives earlier in the day. Children demonstrate good physical skills as they carefully use knives to prepare their snack. n The childminder does not consistently provide a wide range of resources that are highly challenging for children of all ages as they explore and investigate. n The childminder has not fully embedded opportunities for children to follow their interests outdoors and to learn about the natural world around them.

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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 a wide range of highly challenging resources to support children to enhance their investigation and exploration skills n continue to implement plans to develop outdoor learning opportunities so children can follow their interests and learn about the natural world around them.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

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

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good understanding of child protection issues. She knows what to do if she has a concern about the welfare of a child. The childminder considers the views of others in her self- evaluation process. For example, parents complete regular questionnaires about the service she provides. She uses their feedback to inform areas for ongoing improvement. The childminder uses regular discussions and daily diaries to share information about children's learning and care with parents. Parents state that they would highly recommend the childminder and appreciate how she keeps them well informed of their child's day.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The qualified and experienced childminder makes ongoing observations of children's learning and supports their individual interests as they play. She monitors children's development closely and ensures that planned activities promote their good progress. The childminder encourages children to develop a strong interest in reading. She shares books with children every day and plans regular trips to the local library where children select a range of books linked to their interests. The childminder supports children's communication skills effectively. She asks challenging questions to extend children's problem-solving skills and introduces new vocabulary as children play.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder praises children for their kind behaviour, such as when they share resources with another child. Children have good self-esteem and confidence in their abilities. They display high levels of emotional well-being. The childminder has good routines in place to support children's understanding of their time with her. For instance, they understand the importance of handwashing and take pride in preparing their food at mealtimes. Children are encouraged to share information about their home routines and family traditions. They develop a good understanding about similarities and differences between themselves and others. The childminder takes children out on regular trips in the local area. For example, children enjoy visiting the beach and parks. This helps children to develop an understanding of the wider community.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress from their starting points. They learn a good range of skills and knowledge to prepare them for the next stage in their learning. Children consistently demonstrate good communication, physical and social skills. Older children are well prepared for their move to nursery or school. For instance, they learn to write their names on pictures and confidently use a range of equipment, such as scissors.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY425348 Local authority Redcar and Cleveland Inspection number 10074748 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 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 17 Date of previous inspection 16 May 2016

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2011 and lives in Redcar, Cleveland. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3. She works with another registered childminder.

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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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