Childminder EY295712

Overall effectiveness Requires improvement

The quality of education Requires improvement Behaviour and attitudes Requires improvement Personal development Requires improvement Leadership and management Requires improvement Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Good

p.1

The provision requires improvement

Children are happy and at ease in the childminder's care. Her warm and caring approach contributes to the high levels of security that children show. The childminder is committed to providing children with new experiences. Outings in the local area help children to learn about the world around them. They enjoy nature walks and grow their own vegetables. They learn about different people and communities. For example, the childminder talks to them about how important the church is to some families. Children value the similarities and differences between themselves and others.

p.2

The provision requires improvement

Children are keen to learn. Babies giggle while splashing in water and older children enjoy taking on the roles of doctor and patient during imaginative play. However, children are not consistently provided with a sequence of learning that builds on what they already know and can do. The childminder does not plan activities in a way that offers the appropriate level of challenge for children of different ages and abilities. For example, there is no variation in teaching to challenge children during a painting activity and they lose interest quickly. Furthermore, the childminder does not fully understand how to support children appropriately with early mathematics and literacy skills. Although children make progress, and achieve well overall, they are not supported well enough to make the best possible progress.

p.2

need to do better?

n Children benefit from plenty of praise and encouragement from the attentive childminder. She values their contributions and opinions, for example, by involving them in the plans for their day. Children are very confident and are eager to talk about their activities and what they can do. They are strongly independent and tell the childminder 'I don't need help. I can do it by myself.' n The childminder joins in children's play with much enthusiasm. Children delight in imaginative games and very much enjoy her company. She skilfully engages children in conversations during play. Children listen intently when the childminder reads to them, and they discuss the themes of stories together. This helps children to learn and remember new words. They are articulate and demonstrate a rapidly expanding vocabulary. n The curriculum is not progressive and does not support children to build on their current abilities. This means children are not supported well enough to learn,

p.2

need to do better?

remember and develop new skills in a sequential way. Some activities are not pitched at the correct level. While some lack challenge or focus, others are beyond children's abilities and understanding. n The childminder's subject knowledge is not strong enough in some areas of learning. For example, she encourages two-year-old children to count to 30.

p.2

need to do better?

25 October 2024 While they do memorise some numbers, this does not support their mathematical understanding. Babies are expected to hold a crayon to draw, which is too difficult for them. Older children are taught incorrect letter formation and letter sounds. n Children behave well. They follow the childminder's instructions and respond positively to her prompts for good behaviour. However, the childminder overlooks ways to teach children about ways that will support their well-being, for example by remaining in their seat at snack time. n Consistent routines, such as washing hands, teach children about the importance of good hygiene. The childminder ensures that children get plenty of fresh air and exercise, for example, during walks and visits to local parks and play areas. This supports their good physical health. n The childminder acknowledges that she needs to improve her knowledge and understanding of some aspects of her role and responsibilities. She is not aware

p.2

need to do better?

of changes to some legislation and guidance that relates to her practice. She has not undertaken any professional development, for example, to develop her understanding of how to deliver a high-quality curriculum and other specialist subjects. n Parents say their children 'come home happy, well fed and excited about the activities they have done'. The childminder gives them regular updates about their children's day, for example, by sending photographs of daily outings and activities.

p.3

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

p.3

Safeguarding

There is an open and positive culture around safeguarding that puts children's interests first.

p.3

Due date

develop an effective and progressive curriculum that helps children to build successfully on what they already know and can do 15/11/2024

p.3

Due date

ensure that professional development is used to maintain a clear understanding of the role and responsibilities in order to provide consistently good quality care and learning. 15/11/2024

p.3

should:

n improve understanding of the areas of learning taught, particularly literacy and mathematics, to ensure that activities are appropriate and better support children's learning n help children to develop a deeper understanding of expectations, for example, by sitting still when eating and drinking.

p.4

Setting details

Unique reference number EY295712 Local authority Newcastle upon Tyne Inspection number 10367343 Type of provision Childminder

p.5

Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

p.5

inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8 Date of previous inspection 5 February 2019

p.5

Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2004 and lives in Kenton. She operates all year round, except for bank holidays and family holidays. Opening hours are from 6.30am to 7.30pm, Monday to Friday. The childminder holds an appropriate early years qualification at level 3. She offers the government funded places for childcare.

p.5

Inspection activities

n The childminder showed the inspector around the areas of her home used for childcare. She talked about her early years curriculum and about her arrangements to keep children safe. n The inspector observed the childminder's teaching, both indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this has on their learning and development. n The childminder talked to the inspector about leadership and management matters and shared some relevant documents to demonstrate how she organises her provision. n The inspector observed a painting activity and evaluated this with the childminder. n The inspector spoke to the childminder and to children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector took account of parent's views through discussion with one parent and written feedback from others.

p.6

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.

p.6

Inspection activities

25 October 2024 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.

p.6

Inspection activities

If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 1231, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk .

p.7

Inspection activities

You may reuse this information (not including logos) free of charge in any format or medium, under the terms of the Open Government Licence. To view this licence, visit www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/ , write to the Information Policy Team, The National Archives, Kew, London TW9 4DU, or email: psi@nationalarchives.gsi.gov.uk

p.7

Inspection activities

Interested in our work? You can subscribe to our monthly newsletter for more information and updates: http://eepurl.com/iTrDn .

p.7

Inspection activities

T: 0300 123 1231 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/ofsted

p.7