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 Inadequate

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The provision is good

The childminder has made significant improvements since the last inspection. She has a thorough understanding of how to support young children's learning and plans appropriate activities. In addition, the childminder has developed her knowledge of the signs and symptoms of potential abuse. This helps her to keep children safe. Partnerships with parents are positive. The childminder gathers information from them to help her meet children's individual care needs. Children show they feel happy, safe and secure with the childminder. Babies explore their environment with interest and show excitement as they see their reflections in the mirror.

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The provision is good

The childminder helps children to build confidence and develop their social skills. For instance, children regularly attend local playgroups for story and music sessions. They enjoy trips to the park and benefit from fresh air. Children are prepared for the next stages in their learning. For example, the childminder encourages them to develop independence from a young age, in preparation for starting school. Children's behaviour is very positive. Babies smile in response to the childminder's praise and keep trying to develop new skills.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has worked hard, alongside the early years officer from the local authority, to raise the quality of the provision to a good level. She gathers information from parents about children's stages of development when they start. This helps her to focus her teaching and children make good progress. In addition, she has developed her understanding of how to plan challenging next steps and use observation and assessment effectively. n Babies' care needs are met effectively and the childminder knows them extremely well. They snuggle in to have their bottle and settle down quickly for a nap. The childminder makes sure they have regular nappy changes and is aware of any medical needs, such as allergies. She shares information with parents to promote continuity of care. n The childminder focuses her teaching on supporting young children's physical development, this is a strength. For example, she carefully prepares the

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need to do better?

environment to encourage babies to roll, crawl and begin to stand. Children show excitement as they stand and bounce on their feet. The childminder encourages them to sit up unaided and holds her hands out for support to help them walk. n Children's good health is promoted. For example, the childminder talks to parents about healthy meals and drinks. Young children use toothbrushes after their healthy snack and follow good hygiene routines, such as handwashing before meals. The childminder encourages them to begin to help with their own

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need to do better?

11 September 2023 self-care. n The childminder models new words to children to help them develop their vocabulary. For example, she talks to babies and encourages them to copy her words and actions. Babies show delight as they clap and make attempts to verbally communicate. However, the childminder has not considered the impact of the radio noise on children's communication development. n The childminder is a good role model for children. She is kind, caring and nurturing, which has a positive impact on children's emotional well-being. Young children reach up for cuddles and show they have a positive relationship with her. They respond to simple boundaries and begin to learn about risks in their environment, such as plug sockets and the radiators. n Leadership and management of the provision has improved. The childminder understands the requirements of the early years foundation stage and plans to maintain an up-to-date knowledge of any changes. Although she has started to

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need to do better?

consider new training courses for her professional development, she has not yet developed a plan of this or a way to evaluate the impact.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a thorough understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the early years foundation stage. She has developed her knowledge of the child protection procedures of the local safeguarding partnership. For instance, the childminder knows how to report concerns about children's welfare swiftly to the appropriate agency. She is aware of the potential signs of abuse, including signs of neglect, county lines and domestic violence. In addition, she knows how to report any allegations made against herself. The childminder ensures areas inside and outside are safe for children to use.

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should:

n consider the impact of background noise, specifically from the radio, on young children's communication development n develop and implement an ongoing programme of professional development to maintain high standards and continually update skills and knowledge.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY291668 Local authority Redcar and Cleveland Inspection number 10278342 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 5 Date of previous inspection 24 November 2022

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2004 and lives in Middlesbrough. She operates from 7.30am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for family holidays and bank holidays.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n A joint observation was completed by the childminder and inspector, indoors during prepared activities. n The inspector held a discussion with the childminder in relation to the leadership and management of the setting. She looked at relevant documentation, such as evidence of qualifications and their suitability to work with children. She discussed children's learning and development with the childminder.

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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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