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 Good

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The provision is good

The childminder is passionate about her role. Children are happy. They enjoy the time they spend in the childminder's welcoming and nurturing home. They settle quickly and form strong attachments with the childminder. She is highly responsive to children's individual needs, and children are secure in their familiar routines. Children develop their curiosity well and have good opportunities to make choices about what to do. They have access to a wide range of accessible and attractive resources that they enjoy and engage with.

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The provision is good

Children become deeply engrossed in activities. The childminder follows their interests. For example, they mix colours and experiment with shaving foam and paint to see the changes. They use foam letters, and the childminder talks to them about what the letters are. Children recognise the first letter of their name. The activity develops into water play when it is time to tidy up. Children have great fun as they pour water from one container to another and wash the resources. The childminder has high expectations for all children. Children are well behaved. They follow her lead and show their understanding of being kind and respectful to each other. They share the toys and take turns. Children listen well and follow instructions, including helping to tidy away. They use good manners and show a positive attitude to learning.

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need to do better?

n The childminder helps new children to settle. Settling-in visits are offered to families. Parents come and stay with their children. This gives the childminder the opportunity to discuss children's development and helps them to get used to her setting. n The experienced childminder has a good understanding of how children learn. She gets to know children well and plans a curriculum full of activities that appeal to their interests. She continually observes children and assesses their development. This helps her to notice any gaps in their learning and to plan the next steps for their development. Children make good progress. n The childminder places a high priority on supporting children's communication and language development. She enthusiastically engages children in conversations and supports them to hear new words. She repeats words and sentences they say so that they hear the correct pronunciation. Children become

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involved in lively discussions about new words, for example they learn what an awning is for on a caravan. n Mathematics is included in everyday play. Children eagerly use numbers. They recognise that a foam number is a number three and say that they are three years old. They confidently name shapes and use lots of language, such as big, little and heavy. However, the childminder does not always give children the

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28 April 2022 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 Children learn about the local environment and community. On outings, they realise that getting wet can make them cold. They learn the sounds that their feet make when walking and that carrying too many pebbles can be too heavy. Children have visited a local church to attend a carol service. They have taken part in an activity around Eid. This helps them to learn about different faiths. n There is a good partnership with parents. The childminder keeps parents informed about their children's learning and progress. She works closely with them to identify their children's starting points and to share regular information about their children's learning. Parents are very positive about the care their children receive. n The childminder continually evaluates her provision. She keeps up to date with

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mandatory training, such as first aid. However, her professional development is not sharply focused in order to enhance her practice to the very highest level. n Children's physical health and overall well-being are actively supported. They learn how to grow vegetables, such as carrots and potatoes. These are used in cooking and encourage children to try things they would not normally try. Children make their own choices about what to eat at mealtimes. The childminder provides ingredients for them to make their own sandwiches. This promotes their independence and enjoyment of food.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a good understanding of how to keep children safe. She ensures her home is safe and free from hazards. Children practise evacuation procedures, which helps them to understand what to do in such an event. The childminder can identify signs and symptoms that may indicate a child is at risk of harm or abuse. She knows the procedures to follow if she has any concerns about a child's welfare. In addition, the childminder discusses possible behaviours and indicators that raise a concern about radicalisation and how she would report this. The childminder is aware of the impact that a child's family life may have on children's behaviour. She knows where to seek safeguarding advice and support and understands the role of relevant agencies.

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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 n consider ways to strengthen professional development to enhance practice to the very highest level.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY436023 Local authority Newcastle upon Tyne Inspection number 10217933 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 12 September 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder was registered in 2012 and lives in Brunswick Village, Newcastle upon Tyne. She operates all year round from 7.15am to 6pm, Monday to Thursday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a relevant childcare qualification at level 6.

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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 the 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 suitability and children's records. n A tour was taken of the home and the inspector spoke to children during the inspection. n The inspector considered the written views of parents as part of the inspection.

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Inspection activities

28 April 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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