Whittaker, Jacqueline Annette

Inspection date 15 July 2019 Previous inspection date 5 July 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 Partnerships with parents are effective. The childminder regularly exchanges information to ensure continuity of care and learning for children. Parents share very positive views about the service that the childminder provides. n Children are happy in the care of the childminder and they readily engage in conversation with the childminder and her assistant. A gradual settling-in process, which is agreed with parents in accordance with their child's needs, helps children to feel emotionally secure. n The childminder and her assistant have established strong partnerships with other settings and schools that children attend. They ensure that they work successfully together to meet children's care and learning needs and provide consistency in approach. n The childminder and her assistant place a strong focus on developing children's communication and language skills. They talk to children as they play and ask them

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This provision is good

questions to encourage their learning. Two-year-old children quickly become confident communicators and enjoy lots of positive interactions. n Although the quality of the quality of teaching is good, there are occasions when the childminder and her assistant do not consistently build on what children need to learn next. n The childminder has not identified highly focused opportunities to enhance the overall quality of teaching to the highest level.

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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 the good quality of teaching and make better use of all opportunities to build even more successfully on what children need to learn next n focus continued professional development on raising the standards of teaching further to achieve even better outcomes for children.

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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 and her assistant complete regular training to keep their knowledge about child protection issues up to date. They both know what to do if they have concerns about a child. They have developed a safe and secure learning environment where children can explore and choose where they want to play. The childminder provides guidance and support for her assistant in developing her role. They work well together in providing a good-quality service. They effectively review their practice and take positive steps to bring about improvements. For example, they discuss children's needs and make changes to the learning environment to ensure all children are able to build their independence.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder and her assistant provide children with a wide range of toys and stimulating resources. They regularly encourage children to make choices in their play and work alongside them to model how to use resources correctly. For instance, children are delighted to play in the childminder's garden. They demonstrate high levels of engagement as they explore a range of toys and equipment in the water tray. The childminder and her assistant monitor children's progress. They have a clear understanding of any gaps or particular strengths in children's learning and development. They use this knowledge well to inform the progress checks they complete for two-year-old children.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder and her assistant establish a caring and warm rapport with children. Both adults respond well to children's feelings and emotions. For example, they provide cuddles and support when needed. They celebrate children's achievements and children behave very well. Children receive regular praise and encouragement. This contributes to children's positive self-esteem and confidence to try new things. The childminder ensures children have plenty of fresh air, physical exercise and opportunities to learn about their local area. For example, they choose when they want to play outside in the well- resourced garden and go on regular outings within the local community.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their starting points. They enjoy their play and learning. They concentrate well and become engrossed in activities. Children learn to do things for themselves and quickly become independent and motivated learners. Children demonstrate a good understanding of the daily routines. They are supported to follow them well. For example, the childminder and her assistant use a range of strategies to support two-year-olds to tidy up and gain increasing self-care skills. Children are well equipped with the key skills needed for future learning and their eventual move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY462919 Local authority Redcar and Cleveland Inspection number 10075461 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 0 - 8 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 8 Date of previous inspection 5 July 2016

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2013 and lives in the Brotton area of Saltburn-by-the-Sea. She works with an assistant. She operates all year round, from 7am to 6pm on Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides funded early education for two-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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