Fawkes, Alison Marie

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 show that they feel safe and secure in the care of the childminder. They are highly confident and engage others in their play. Children talk to the childminder about what they are playing with and develop strong communication and language skills from a young age. They show a real interest in stories and songs and listen attentively as the animated childminder enthusiastically reads stories to children, changing the tone of her voice to adapt to how each character speaks. Children point to pictures and answer questions that the childminder asks. They use props and resources to accompany each story, which helps children remain engaged in their learning.

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The provision is good

Children benefit from an ambitious curriculum that helps them to prepare well for their next stage in learning. They place toy animals and dinosaurs in lines during games. Children are encouraged to count, recognise shapes and make comparisons between different toys and resources they are playing with. This helps to develop children's mathematical awareness. Children develop an understanding of how things grow. For instance, they observe tadpoles over time and watch them change into frogs. In addition, children look after caterpillars and watch the various stages until they transform into butterflies. This helps children to develop an understanding of the natural world.

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need to do better?

n Children are physically active in their play. They play on swings and slides in the childminder's garden. Older children play games such as throwing a large dice. Depending on the number children they complete different exercises. The childminder takes children on regular walks and outings, including trips to a local library. Young children benefit from music and movement sessions using sensory lights, props and resources. Children show an interest in ball games and display concentration as they participate in throw and catch activities. n The childminder evaluates her practice. She works closely with other childminders and shares practice ideas. The childminder seeks the views of children and parents to help her to identify any gaps in her practice. She has plans to develop her outdoor area further. n Parents comment on how pleased they are with the care their children receive at this setting. They praise the childminder for her thorough communication and

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regular updates about their children's learning and development. The childminder loans resources, including bikes, for parents to help continue their children's learning at home. n Children develop an understanding of learning about the similarities and differences between themselves and others. However, the childminder has not yet considered ways to extend children's understanding of other traditions,

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need to do better?

30 September 2022 cultures and communities beyond their own. n Children settle quickly into the childminders care. She works closely with parents to support children's interests. For instance, she takes children to a nearby aquarium to help them to choose a fish for her fish tank at home. Children separate more easily from their parents and show an interest in how their fish are doing. The childminder gathers a wealth of information from parents when their children first start the setting. This helps her to plan what children need to learn next. n Children behave very well. They listen and respond to simple instructions, including returning toys and equipment to the original place. The childminder showers children with regular praise and encouragement. This helps to promote children's self-esteem. n The childminder works closely with parents to promote healthy choices at her setting. She provides updated information leaflets from health centres and

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promotes the importance of oral health. Children are encouraged to follow good hygiene practices, including using tissues to wipe their noses and washing their hands. This helps children to understand the importance of leading a healthy lifestyle. n Children explore seasonal items such as dried fruits, leaves and conkers. The childminder provides pictures of animals such as hedgehogs and follows the children's lead during play. However, some activities do not provide children with an appropriate level of challenge to sustain and deepen their engagement in play. Children lose interest in activities that are too challenging.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has an in-depth understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures. She has completed training and keeps her excellent knowledge up to date. She is vigilant and supervises children well. The childminder understands the possible indicators of abuse and signs that could indicate that a child could be at risk of harm. For instance, she is aware of signs of domestic violence and families that could be drawn into gangs or exposed to extreme views and/or behaviours. Children develop a good understanding of how to keep themselves safe. The childminder completes regular risk assessments. She ensures that visitors and parents are aware of her safeguarding procedures.

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should:

n enrich children's knowledge and understanding of other cultures, traditions and communities beyond their own n provide an even greater level of challenge to children's learning to help sustain

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30 September 2022 their deep engagement in play.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY307498 Local authority South Tyneside Inspection number 10249316 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 9 Date of previous inspection 28 October 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2005 and lives in Boldon Colliery. She operates all year round, from 7am to 6pm, 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 childminder 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 setting. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises their early years provision, including the aims and rationale for their EYFS curriculum. n Children spoke to the inspector during the inspection. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. n The inspector carried out an evaluation of an activity with the childminder. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector.

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Inspection activities

30 September 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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