Childminder in South Tyneside

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 plans a good variety of activities across all seven areas of learning based on children's individual interests. She listens attentively to children's ideas and suggestions. The childminder actively encourages children to lead their own learning and make their own choices. For example, children confidently use tools to produce creations with play dough and learn about how things work as they operate mechanical toys.

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The provision is good

Children display positive behaviour and are proud of their own achievements. The childminder provides children with clear explanations to support them to be aware of appropriate boundaries. Children learn how to share and take turns with their friends, to be kind and considerate, and to be well mannered.

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The provision is good

The childminder implements thorough settling-in procedures and involves parents in recognising their children's starting points in learning on entry. This has been vital following the COVID-19 pandemic to help new children to feel happy, safe and comfortable in the childminder's provision. Even though parents drop off and collect their children at the door, the childminder has maintained good levels of communication between her setting and children's home environment.

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need to do better?

n The childminder continually observes children as they play to notice their abilities and to build on their existing knowledge. She works closely with parents to close any identified gaps in their children's development and offers suggestions for home learning. In addition, the childminder is fully aware of her responsibility to complete the progress check for children aged between two and three years. n Children have access to a vast range of age-appropriate resources to enable them to engage in activities for long periods. The childminder successfully supports children to be imaginative and creative, to promote their expressive arts and design skills. n The childminder encourages children's communication and language development effectively. She involves them in discussions, asks questions, uses descriptive words and provides a running commentary during activities. For instance, children talk about different seasons and how things change outside as

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they make pictures about autumn. n Parents share positive feedback about the childminder and her setting. They make comments about how well she has supported their children to make good progress. However, partnerships with other early years settings that children attend are not yet fully established. This means that the childminder misses opportunities to create a shared approach to children's ongoing learning. n The childminder provides children with numerous opportunities for physical play,

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2 November 2021 including outings to the local park, beach and riding stables. These experiences help children to be active, access regular fresh air and learn about nature. n Children develop warm and affectionate relationships with the childminder. They seek her out for comfort and reassurance when required. The childminder supports children to play well together and to increase their social development. She interacts positively with children and successfully promotes their emotional well-being. For example, the childminder has introduced a 'worry worm' to help children to express their feelings and emotions. n The childminder is able to recognise her current strengths and priorities for future improvement. She understands the importance of listening to feedback from children and parents to enable her to reflect on her daily practice. Although the childminder attends mandatory training, she has not maximised professional

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development opportunities to continually extend her skills and knowledge to an even higher level.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a good awareness of the potential signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect. She clearly understands the procedures to follow if she has any safeguarding concerns. Furthermore, the childminder knows what to do in the event of a child being drawn into extremism. As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the childminder implements a detailed risk assessment. This focuses on effective hygiene practices, routinely cleaning toys and equipment, and additional opportunities for children to participate in outdoor play.

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should:

n establish effective links with other early years settings that children attend to provide greater continuity for children's development n make the best use of professional development opportunities, so that they are focused on consistently strengthening the quality of teaching and learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY557085 Local authority South Tyneside Inspection number 10174992 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 6 Number of children on roll 12 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018 and lives in Boldon, South Tyneside. She operates all year round from 8am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides funded early education for three-year-old children.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since the COVID- 19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The childminder carried out a learning walk with the inspector to discuss the early years curriculum. n The inspector observed the quality of education during children's play opportunities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The childminder completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the inspector. n The inspector looked at a sample of documentation, including training certificates and the suitability of all adults living in the household. n The childminder spoke with the inspector at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through written testimonials obtained by the childminder.

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Inspection activities

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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