Childminder in Redcar and Cleveland

Overall effectiveness Outstanding

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

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The provision is outstanding

The childminder's curriculum is very varied and effectively supports and motivates children to learn. She continuously assesses what children know and can do and plans precisely for their next steps in learning. The childminder promotes children's communication and thinking skills exceptionally well. She expertly extends vocabulary by regularly introducing new words, such as 'pterodactyl' and 'rhinoceros'. She intuitively knows when to adjust her teaching methods to meet the needs of individual children. Toddlers begin to understand the concept of quantity as they explore dough. For example, they divide the dough and confidently tell the childminder 'This is my half'.

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The provision is outstanding

The childminder plans an outdoor learning environment so that children develop their confidence when risk taking. For example, toddlers squeal with delight as they climb large ladders onto a slide, and propel themselves on a tyre swing. Children learn to manage their own behaviour so they can use this equipment safely and with confidence. Children eagerly share what they have learned when caring for living creatures. They discuss what types of food Hugo the tortoise needs to keep healthy, and how he needs heat to keep his body temperature warm. Children know how to keep themselves safe. They explain that they should not touch Hugo's lamp as it can get hot. Children develop an excellent knowledge of oral hygiene. They eagerly share what they have learned as they talk about the importance of cleaning teeth and visiting the dentist.

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n The childminder and assistant are superb teachers. They are incredibly skilled at weaving learning into all activities children have chosen. Children are extremely inquisitive and intrigued as they investigate coloured water and a variety of flowers. They discuss size, colour and shape as they categorise flowers. The assistant encourages children to compare the weight of coloured rice as they fill containers. Children choose different sized cups and jugs and enthusiastically explain which container is the heaviest. As young children play in the sand, their concentration is sustained for a considerable amount of time. The childminder supports children to count and to estimate how many scoops will fill their cups. Children's early mathematical skills are developing rapidly. n The childminder promotes children's personal, social and emotional development very well. Children are exceptionally well behaved. They have a deep

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understanding of the childminder's rules, which they follow in an exemplary manner. For example, older toddlers remind younger children that they must not throw sand and why. Very young children manage their personal care and show exceptionally high levels of independence. For example, they ask to wash their hands before snack and make decisions about what to have for lunch without

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21 September 2021 being prompted. n Children's literacy skills are developed at every opportunity. Older children write and draw with a wide variety of tools. The childminder confidently plans activities for children to build up their small-muscle control, such as making marks in sand and manipulating dough. Children truly develop a love of books. Older children select books independently and enjoy sharing them with younger children. All children are extremely enthusiastic and have a positive attitude to learning. They are developing the skills needed for the future. n The childminder has very strong relationships with parents. They speak extremely highly of the childminder and her assistant. One parent comments that their child is 'exceeding his milestones' and this is because of the commitment from the childminder. Parents are extremely well informed about their children's day and what they need to learn next. They praise the

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childminder for the vast range of experiences she provides for their children daily. n The well qualified childminder is highly reflective about her provision. She researches early years approaches to further develop her professional knowledge and to further support children's development. There is a particular focus on communication and language. For example, the childminder has attended speech and language training, which has enabled her to provide support for children who have language delay. The childminder is committed to developing the practice of her assistant. Regular supervisions and rigorous monitoring supports the assistant to develop her teaching practice to the highest level. n The childminder and assistant are truly committed to promoting equality and diversity with the children. They teach children about respecting each other and their differences through the use of books and resources to reinforce important

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has an exceptional knowledge of indicators of abuse. Both the childminder and her assistant are very confident of the procedures to follow should an allegation be made against them or a family member. The childminder attends regular child protection training and carries out further reading to keep her up to date with recent legislation. The childminder can expertly discuss risks to children of being exposed to extremist views or being drawn into drug related activities. She carries out rigorous daily risk assessments of the indoor and outdoor environment. This ensures that all hazards are minimised or removed.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2516650 Local authority Redcar and Cleveland Inspection number 10205946 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 7 Number of children on roll 13 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2019 and lives in Guisborough. She operates all year round from 8am to 5.30pm, Monday to Thursday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. The childminder holds qualified teacher status and works with an assistant.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider received since the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The inspector spoke to children, to find out about their time at the setting. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation including evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through telephone conversations. n The childminder and the inspector observed and evaluated an activity. n The childminder and the inspector completed a learning walk together to discuss the childminder's intentions for children's learning.

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21 September 2021 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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21 September 2021 regulates and inspects to 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.

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