Childminder in Newcastle upon Tyne

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Not applicable

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The provision is good

The childminder creates a safe, warm and welcoming environment for all children and their families. She has a good understanding of how young children learn. She uses her observations well to plan challenging experiences to support children's good progress. Children are confident and eager to learn new things. They move independently between the indoor and outdoor play areas. They are motivated to explore the interesting and stimulating resources available. For example, two-year- olds are excited to make 'Gruffalo crumble' in the outdoor role-play area after listening to their favourite story.

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The provision is good

The childminder has high expectations for all children. She provides consistent reminders to help children remember and follow the rules of the setting. She is extremely kind and caring and teaches children how to treat others with respect and kindness. Children demonstrate positive behaviour and learn to consider the feelings of others as they play. They have many opportunities to meet with other children to develop their social skills as part of a larger group. The childminder regularly attends local toddler groups and visits places of interest to enhance children's understanding of their local community.

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need to do better?

n The qualified and experienced childminder has a good understanding of how to support young children's progress. She provides activities and experiences that extend and consolidate children's knowledge and skills across all areas of learning. Children are eager to participate in activities and demonstrate high levels of engagement in their play. They are making good progress and are well prepared for school and their future learning. n The childminder plans effectively for adult-led activities based on children's interests. She is very skilled at supporting children's individual learning needs. For instance, children are delighted to take part in a turn-taking game. The childminder supports them well as they make a 'Gruffalo', using a range of media and materials. She skilfully supports them to count accurately, take turns and use their physical skills to manipulate dough throughout the activity. n The childminder uses all opportunities to consolidate and extend children's

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learning. She supports their play effectively to develop their mathematical skills and build upon what they already know. For example, she observes two-year- olds as they match cars to the correct garage by colour. She skilfully extends their learning while supporting their interest in cars. She models new language to support their understanding of position and encourages them to identify numerals on the cars. n The childminder supports children's communication and language development effectively. She skilfully asks questions and provides children with time to

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17 September 2019 develop their own ideas and express their thoughts. Children enjoy listening to familiar stories. They talk about their favourite characters and join in confidently with repeated words and phrases. n The childminder supports children to understand good hygiene practices, such as washing their hands after outdoor play and toileting. Children develop good self-care skills. For instance, they are able to put their own shoes and coat on before they go outside to play. n The childminder prioritises children's emotional well-being. She takes time to settle children into her setting. Children have established strong bonds with the childminder and demonstrate high levels of self-esteem and resilience as they play. They are happy and settled in the childminder's care. n Overall, partnerships with parents are effective. The childminder ensures that parents are well informed about their children's time with her. Parental feedback

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is very positive. They comment on the commitment of the childminder in providing a high-quality service and how well their children develop in confidence. However, the childminder does not consistently gather detailed information about children's experiences at home to plan precisely for their individual needs. n The childminder reflects on her practice, children's learning and professional development opportunities. She identifies focused areas for further development and implements effective changes to her practice. However, she does not consistently involve parents in identifying future areas for development to improve children's achievements even further.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder understands the local procedures to follow should she have any concerns about a child's welfare. She has an in-depth knowledge of wider safeguarding initiatives and has robust record-keeping procedures in place which help her to promote children's welfare at all times. She ensures that she keeps up to date with changes in safeguarding legislation and regularly attends courses. The childminder ensures her home is secure at all times. She completes thorough risk assessments to identify and minimise any potential hazards to children's safety.

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should:

n extend opportunities for all parents to provide detailed information about their children's experiences at home to promote the highest levels of continuity n seek the views of parents to strengthen evaluations of practice and improve children's achievements even further.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY547557 Local authority Newcastle upon Tyne Inspection number 10108276 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 to 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Lemington, Newcastle upon Tyne. She operates all year round from 7.45am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector carried out a learning walk with the childminder across the areas of her home used for childminding. They discussed the learning environment and how the curriculum is organised. 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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Inspection activities

17 September 2019 We carried out this inspection 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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Inspection activities

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