Childminder in Redcar and Cleveland

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 thoroughly enjoy their time with the kind and nurturing childminder in this welcoming setting. They are settled and secure, showing strong bonds with the childminder and regularly going to her for cuddles. The childminder uses children's interests to provide a rich and varied curriculum. For example, she follows children's interests in singing and dancing to develop their musical creativity. Children quickly learn how to make different sounds with percussion instruments as they play to the beat of their favourite songs. They are praised and valued for their efforts.

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The provision is good

Children spend time outside every day. They are supported to develop their confidence and physical skills in the childminder's large garden. Children challenge themselves by jumping and climbing. For example, they beam with delight as they learn to navigate and climb the steps to the slide. Children's behaviour is good and they have a positive attitude to learning. The childminder sets clear boundaries and expectations to help them understand how to behave appropriately. Children share well and take turns. They are well mannered and benefit from the childminder's positive approach to managing behaviour. All children make good progress from their starting points.

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The provision is good

The childminder worked throughout the COVID-19 pandemic to provide much- needed support to parents and ensure consistency in routines for the children. She delivered learning packs to children and ensured that their well-being was a priority during this time.

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need to do better?

n The childminder provides children with a broad curriculum that supports their learning and focuses on what they know and enjoy. She ensures that appropriate levels of challenge help children to build on what they already know and can do. n Children have access to a wide range of books and frequently sing songs and rhymes during their everyday play. When the childminder reads children a story, she uses expression in her voice to capture children's interest. She helps children to learn that print carries meaning. n Overall, the childminder helps children make good progress in their language and communication development. Children are continually spoken to during their play and care routines. Babies babble back and forth with the childminder. This helps their early conversation skills. However, occasionally, the childminder does not pronounce words correctly. For example, she refers to 'germies' and 'handies'. This means children are not always learning to use words that are

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need to do better?

26 January 2023 n The childminder helps children to develop a positive self-image and to value and respect others. Children learn about different lifestyles and cultures. For example, they excitedly dance to music from Africa. This helps children to learn about African music and dance traditions. n The childminder widens children's learning experiences. Children visit the local shops and playgroups. They learn about nature and the natural environment through walks to the local woodland and visits to farms. Children play in the childminder's large garden. This ensures that they get exercise and develop their physical skills. n The childminder teaches children how to handle animals and care for them safely. For example, children help to feed and care for the childminder's pet snake. They learn to be gentle and respectful. n Children are developing good independence skills for their age. The childminder encourages them to 'have a go' at putting on their wellies by themselves. She

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need to do better?

provides explanations when required, such as swapping the wellies around so children put them on the correct feet. Children are able to achieve this task with the childminder's guidance. n The childminder builds positive relationships with parents. She makes time when they are dropping off and collecting their children to talk about how the child is progressing and the next steps they are working on. Parents comment on the positive support and advice she has for them as parents. This supports high levels of continuity for children's care and learning. n The childminder reflects on her practice and evaluates the effectiveness of the provision she offers. She constantly undertakes relevant training to further her professional knowledge. The childminder collects the views of parents about the service which she provides, and uses their feedback to further develop her reflective practice. This contributes to a good capacity for continuous

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a good understanding of all aspects of safeguarding. She completes relevant training to make sure that her knowledge is up to date. The childminder knows the signs and possible indicators of abuse. She knows the procedures to follow if she has any concerns about children's welfare. The childminder has a good knowledge of what to do if there are any allegations made against her or household members. She makes sure the setting is secure and that all areas are free from hazards. The childminder supervises children carefully. She holds a current paediatric first-aid certificate.

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should:

26 January 2023 n strengthen the modelling of words, so that young children always hear the grammatically correct pronunciation to help develop their speaking skills further.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY431455 Local authority Redcar and Cleveland Inspection number 10262884 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 6 April 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2011 and lives in Middlesbrough. She operates Monday to Friday from 7.30am to 5.30pm, all year round, except Christmas and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate childcare qualification at level 3. She provides early funded 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 showed the inspector around the premises and discussed how she ensures they are safe and suitable. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises their early years provision, including the aims and rationale for their curriculum. n Children communicated with 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 childminder and the inspector discussed how the curriculum had been implemented and the impact that this had on children's learning. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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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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Inspection activities

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