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 Good

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The provision is good

Children enjoy their time in the childminder's nurturing, safe home environment. They show a positive attitude to their learning and are emotionally secure in the setting. They form very close relationships with the childminder and her assistant. The childminder works closely with her assistant to create a broad curriculum. They plan interesting and enjoyable activities based on children's interests and next steps in learning. Children have access to a broad range of age-appropriate resources. They become very confident in choosing what they would like to do. For example, children choose to make jigsaws and they enjoy finding the right slots for wooden pieces.

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The provision is good

The childminder and assistant have high expectations of the children and they act as good role models. They sensitively help children to manage their feelings and behaviours. For example, they explain to children why they need to share resources. Children's behaviour is good. They respond well to direction, such as helping to tidy up.

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The provision is good

The childminder has considered the restrictions that the COVID-19 pandemic places on her service. She takes steps to minimise the spread of infection. Parents do not go into the childminder's home at present. However, she keeps them fully informed about daily activities.

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need to do better?

n The experienced childminder has a secure understanding of how children learn and develop. When children start with her, she assesses where they are in their learning and development. She seeks parents' input on what they know their children can do at home. This gives her a well-rounded understanding of each child's learning needs. Continual assessment of children's development helps her to find out if there are any delays or gaps in children's learning that she can address. n Mathematics is part of everyday activities. The childminder encourages children to count for a purpose and to recognise numbers. Older children confidently count the number of pieces of jigsaw. Younger children build with blocks and count how many they have used. The childminder provides activities for children to develop their literacy skills. For example, children enjoy making marks in various ways and they independently choose books to look at on their own or

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need to do better?

with others. n Children's communication and language skills are promoted well. The childminder provides a language-rich environment where children are supported to talk. For example, the childminder and her assistant talk to children while they play. They repeat words that the children say and introduce new words to

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need to do better?

17 February 2022 show children the correct way to say them. Children eagerly copy what they say, such as the colour of the play dough when the childminder says it is 'blue'. However, in her enthusiasm, the childminder does not always give children the time to think and work things out for themselves when she asks them a question. This means that children do not develop their critical-thinking skills. n The childminder teaches children about oral health in fun and innovative ways. Children are introduced to toothbrushes in their play. The childminder has laminated sheets of sets of teeth. Children use their imagination as they use a toothbrush to clean off the black ink on the teeth. This shows them that cleaning their teeth can get the bad things off. They talk about what can make their teeth bad and how healthy eating helps them. n The childminder understands the importance of continually evaluating all areas

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of her provision. She gathers the views of parents and looks at what they can change in the setting. She finds training courses for herself and her assistant, such as caring for children with autism to help give them a better understanding of autism. n Children take part in enjoyable outings in the local community and learn about where they live. The childminder covers a selection of festivals that are celebrated in other countries, such as Chinese New Year. Children learn about the different animals, and how children live in other countries.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder and her assistant understand their duty to protect and keep children safe in their care. They are confident that they would be able to identify potential signs of abuse, and know the procedures to report any concerns. The childminder is knowledgeable about wider issues that can affect children, such as extreme views and behaviours. She ensures that the home is a safe and clean environment for children to access. The premises are secure so that children cannot leave unsupervised and unwanted visitors cannot gain access. Children learn how to keep themselves safe. For instance, the childminder teaches them about why it is unsafe to walk around holding scissors.

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should:

n give children enough time to process their thoughts, to help them to work things out for themselves and to express their ideas.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY270793 Local authority South Tyneside Inspection number 10216869 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 12 Number of children on roll 13 Date of previous inspection 24 August 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2003 and lives in South Shields, South Tyneside. The childminder works with an assistant. The childminder operates all year round from 7am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the setting received since the COVID-19 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 observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector carried out a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder. n Discussions were held with the childminder. A sample of documentation was viewed by the inspector, including evidence of the childminder's and her assistant's suitability and children's records. n A tour was taken of the home and the inspector spoke to children during the inspection.

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Inspection activities

17 February 2022 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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