Childminder in North 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 at the warm and welcoming childminder's home and have fun. They relish telling their parents about what they have been doing. Young children build strong bonds with the experienced childminder. They show that they feel safe and are settled, confident and happy.

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The provision is good

Children frequently visit places of interest in the community, for example beaches and museums. They learn to socialise at local groups. This helps children to find out about the wider world around them and about other people and their similarities and differences to themselves. Young children have plenty of opportunities to develop their physical skills and benefit from fresh air and exercise. These opportunities include climbing, running and jumping at nearby parks and going for walks.

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The provision is good

The childminder has high expectations of children's behaviour and sets meaningful, age-appropriate boundaries, such as using 'kind hands' and 'indoor voices'. Young children share and take turns, for example when using a board for mark making. They practise their independence ready for future learning. For instance, they willingly put on their own wellington boots ready to play outdoors. The childminder also prioritises helping children to be emotionally prepared for the next stage of their learning. For example, she reads books with them about going to school and nursery. The childminder uses stories to support children's understanding of their feelings and changes in their everyday lives.

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need to do better?

n The childminder knows what she wants children to learn. She is clear about the knowledge and skills that they will need. For instance, she provides activities that help children to group and match colours using small model bears. However, occasionally, the childminder does not structure her curriculum precisely to help children build even further on existing skills, such as counting from one to five with greater accuracy. n Parents value the wide range of activities and experiences that the childminder offers. They feel well informed about their children's progress and how to support them with continued learning at home. Parents say that the childminder is both professional and caring and comment on her flexible approach to supporting families. n The childminder meets up with other childminders regularly at groups and for outings. They support each other and exchange ideas. The childminder accesses

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need to do better?

online training to refresh and add to her knowledge. She reads information from outside agencies, such as newsletters, to keep updated about developments in early years.

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need to do better?

19 April 2023 n The childminder recognises the importance of supporting the development of children's communication and language skills. She provides an ongoing commentary to their play to help extend their vocabulary. The childminder encourages children to answer questions and share their ideas. She uses rhymes and books to promote speech and listening skills. n All children make good progress from their starting points. The childminder gathers information about children's needs and interests from the start and uses this to inform her planning. However, on occasion, the childminder does not plan the organisation of resources and activities as effectively. This means that she does not always ensure that children have sufficient space to explore and investigate the environment freely. n The childminder identifies any gaps in children's learning and works with parents, and with other professionals if required, to address these. The

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childminder is aware of how to seek support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. n Children form firm friendships and learn to cooperate with one another during their play. The childminder is a very good role model. She teaches children to have good manners, including saying 'please' and 'thank you'. The childminder gently reminds children about the simple rules, such as not running indoors, to help keep them safe. n Children follow good hygiene procedures, including washing their hands after playing outdoors and before eating. They have water available throughout the day and use open cups to drink when sat at the kitchen table. The childminder talks to children about healthy choices of food. n The childminder takes account of the views of parents and children when reflecting on her provision. She identifies the strengths of her provision, such as her calm and nurturing approach, and also some areas for improvement. One

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example of this is that she carries out regular reviews of resources to ensure that they are appropriate for the children in her care.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a good understanding of her role and responsibilities in keeping children safe from harm. She knows the signs and symptoms that may indicate that a child is at risk of abuse. The childminder understands what procedures to follow locally to report any concerns about a child's welfare and allegations made about their practice. The childminder's home is safe and secure. The childminder uses ongoing risk assessments effectively to minimise any hazards at home and on outings. She helps children to learn how to keep themselves safe, for example when they are climbing on equipment at local parks or when they cross roads with her.

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should:

n enhance planning of resources and activities to ensure that children have space to explore and investigate fully while they play n structure the curriculum even more precisely to make the most of learning opportunities for children and help them achieve the best outcomes.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY252649 Local authority North Tyneside Inspection number 10280003 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 8 Date of previous inspection 18 September 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2003 and lives in North Tyneside. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Thursday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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 this into account in their evaluation of the childminder. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how she organises the early years provision and the reasons for and aims of her curriculum. n The inspector observed interactions between the childminder and children and the impact of these on the quality of children's learning. n The childminder completed a joint observation with the inspector. n The inspector took account of the views of parents and spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The childminder provided documentation for the inspector, including her paediatric first-aid certificate and evidence of the suitability of adults living and working at the premises.

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Inspection activities

19 April 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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Inspection activities

19 April 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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