Childminder in Redcar and Cleveland

Inspection date 12 June 2019 Previous inspection date 13 May 2014

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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 Children are happy in the care of the childminder. Their relationships with the childminder and each other are very good. A gradual settling-in procedure that is agreed with parents in accordance with their child's needs helps children to feel emotionally secure. n Partnerships with parents are strong. The childminder provides daily feedback to them about their children's care and what they have been learning. She shares ideas and information about how parents can continue to support their children's learning and development at home. n Children's communication and language development is supported well. For example, the childminder sensitively provides children with the correct pronunciation for the words that they use. She engages children in interesting conversations and encourages children to listen to and value the contributions of others. n The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn and develop. She

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This provision is good

regularly monitors the progress children make and plans effectively for what children need to learn next. Children make good progress from their starting points in learning. 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 The childminder does not make the strongest possible links with other settings that children also attend to enable them to share information about their learning.

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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 self-evaluation to help shape ongoing plans and raise the quality of the provision to an outstanding level n build stronger links with other settings that children also attend and promote a more shared approach to supporting their progress.

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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 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.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder keeps herself up to date with child protection procedures and has extended her knowledge of all aspects of keeping children safe. She has a good understanding of what to do if she believes a child is at risk of harm. The childminder takes good action to minimise any hazards to children and reassesses any risks if children have an accident. The childminder provides good support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities by working closely with their parents and other professionals. After attending training, the childminder is now using sign language and action rhymes to support children's speaking skills further.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The qualified childminder is an experienced practitioner. She has a secure understanding of the age group she is working with. She provides children with a running commentary as she plays alongside them. She pauses at appropriate moments for a response, allowing children time to think and reason. The childminder interacts extremely well with children. For example, during a game, she encourages children to take turns and discuss their problems. High priority is placed on developing children's communication and language skills. The childminder reads familiar stories that children are able to recall and retell. Children are provided with a broad range of interesting opportunities. Resources are clearly labelled and easily accessible. This enables children to make choices in their play and extend their curiosity.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children settle quickly in the childminder's home and become absorbed in their choice of play. Their behaviour is very good. Children respond well to the praise they receive for their achievements and develop good levels of self-esteem. The childminder supports children's good health well and provides nutritious meals, snacks and daily exercise. She teaches children good personal hygiene routines effectively. Children learn to do things for themselves. The childminder provides children with a wide range of outings in the community. They go to local parks, playgroups and the library. These experiences help children to learn about their local community, develop social skills and understand the world around them.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children achieve good outcomes and develop the skills they need for their future learning. They are confident and motivated to learn. Children concentrate for long periods of time and become absorbed in play. For example, as they make cards for Father's Day, they discuss the materials they are using, how to use scissors safely and the best type of glue to use. Older children are supported to write their own names in the cards.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY442001 Local authority Redcar and Cleveland Inspection number 10106059 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 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5 Date of previous inspection 13 May 2014

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in Redcar. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a degree in early childhood studies. She provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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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