Childminder in Sunderland

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 thrive in the care of the kind and nurturing childminder. They demonstrate that they feel safe and secure in her presence. Children smile at visitors and engage with the childminder as they take part in activities. Children behave well. They have positive attitudes to their learning and develop their confidence levels as they try new things. For example, children explore a wide range of resources and follow their emerging interests. They develop their coordination and strength in their hands, such as they use tweezers to manipulate small bears and add them to water.

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The provision is good

Children are aware of the high expectations that the childminder has for them. For example, they respond well when the childminder asks them to tidy away the toys before getting out another activity. Children quickly put the toys away, ensuring that all pieces are in the bag. The childminder provides a wide range of opportunities that enhance and complement children's experiences. She is aware that, as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, some children need to extend their social skills further. As a result, the childminder provides opportunities for them to play and socialise with other children at local playgroups and in the local environment, such as woodlands.

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need to do better?

n The childminder plans experiences that captivate children's interests and inspire them to learn. For example, children investigate colour mixing with coloured water. They enjoy the sensory experience of water play. The childminder interacts with children enthusiastically to support their learning. However, sometimes, she does not give children enough opportunities to make predictions and to think about and solve problems in their own way. n The childminder has high expectations for children's behaviour. She supports children to understand what is acceptable and why. The childminder explains the consequences of their actions on others and how they feel. Children talk about 'kind hands'. The childminder is an excellent role model and offers constant praise and encouragement, which helps to support children's self-esteem. n The childminder gives the highest priority to developing children's communication and language skills. For instance, she engages in conversations

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with children throughout the day and skilfully asks them open-ended questions. However, on occasions, the childminder does not give children enough time to respond to her skilful prompts and questions. n The childminder is very experienced. She understands how to support young children's development effectively. For the youngest children, the childminder focuses her curriculum on the prime areas of learning. She provides varied activities and lots of meaningful hands-on experiences. The childminder knows

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9 February 2023 that children learn best when they are actively involved. n The childminder builds a good working relationships with parents. She communicates with them on a daily basis through discussions and messaging. This enables parents to have a good overview of their children's learning opportunities and developmental stages. Parents comment positively about the childminder, stating that their children's progress 'is a reflection of her hard work and commitment'. n The childminder has a thorough knowledge of how to work with other professionals who are involved in children's care and education. She shares information about what children know and what they need to learn next. For example, the childminder works with nursery staff to support children's pre- writing skills and to ensure that they are prepared for school. n The childminder joins in with children's play and extends their knowledge and

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skills well. For example, when children complete a puzzle game using a spinner, they develop an understanding of the need to share and take turns. Children giggle with delight when they win. n Children progress well with their independence and self-help skills. The childminder encourages children to complete everyday tasks for themselves. For example, children are encouraged to put on their coats and shoes when going outside. When older children master this task they are delighted. In turn, they then help and support younger children. n The childminder demonstrates genuine enjoyment of her work. She keeps herself up to date through online information and meeting with other childminders, sharing good practice. The childminder continues to evaluate her practice well and identify further improvements.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder maintains a safe and secure environment for children and teaches them how to play safely. For instance, she reminds children that chairs are for sitting on and not for climbing on. The childminder has a good understanding of her responsibilities to keep children safe. She completes training regularly to ensure that her knowledge is up to date. The childminder is aware of the possible signs and behaviours that may indicate a child is at risk. She has clear procedures to follow in the event of a safeguarding concern and knows how to respond if an allegation is made against her.

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should:

n build on children's ability to make predictions and solve problems for themselves to increase the potential for them to achieve at the highest possible level

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should:

9 February 2023 n give children plenty of time to respond to questions and promote their thinking and language skills even more effectively.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY270184 Local authority Sunderland Inspection number 10264184 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 7 Date of previous inspection 7 June 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2004 and lives in Washington, Tyne and Wear. 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. She provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-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 childminder. n The childminder and the inspector carried out a learning walk. They discussed the learning environment and how the curriculum is organised. n The inspector observed the quality of education during activities and assessed the impact on children's learning. n The inspector observed and evaluated an activity with the childminder. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector through written feedback.

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Inspection activities

9 February 2023 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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9 February 2023 regulates and inspects to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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