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 Outstanding

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The provision is good

Children build strong bonds with the childminder, who is kind and caring. The childminder provides reassurance and comfort to children, when needed. She is quick to recognise when children may be hungry, tired or ready to explore a new activity. Children are given lots of praise and encouragement to support their self- esteem and promote a sense of belonging. The childminder is a good role model and has high expectations for all children. Children learn to use manners and show respect, they happily follow instructions and daily routines within the childminder's home. Children independently choose what they want to play with from the wide range of resources that are available to them, helping to develop independence.

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The provision is good

The childminder demonstrates a secure understanding of children's interests. She uses what she observes and knows about children to support their learning. The childminder skilfully supports children's language development well as she adapts her interactions to meet children's development needs. She introduces unfamiliar words, which help to build their vocabulary and she provides a narrative as children play. For example, as children explore a range of farm animals and real-life photographs, she clearly names each animal followed by the sound it makes. For older children she uses mathematical language, such as 'more' and 'less', as children compare quantities. The childminder carefully divides her time between the children to support their concentration and involvement in activities.

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need to do better?

n Children make good progress across all areas of learning. The childminder offers a broad and balanced curriculum. She explains what the children know and what she wants them to learn. For example, children strengthen their fine motor skills as they move different-sized vehicles around the garage. Furthermore, she uses children's current interest of books to introduce songs and rhymes. Children laugh and giggle as the childminder sings 'Old McDonald had a Farm'. This helps to support communication and language. n The childminder focuses on developing children's social skills and confidence. For example, children build their ability to communicate with other adults and children during regular playgroup sessions. Children also gain an understanding of the wider community and 'people who helps us'. For example, they engage in regular informative discussions with the School Crossing Patrol Officer. n The childminder seeks professional development opportunities to enhance her

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need to do better?

knowledge and skills. She reflects on the needs of the children and attends courses to help her improve her practice to support them. For example, how she can extend learning and support children in their play. She explains how she regularly networks with other childminders to keep up to date with changes to legislation and early years practice. However, she does not always consider the

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16 January 2025 suitability of some resources or activities for younger children. n Children gain a good understanding of individual similarities and differences. They enjoy looking at their reflection as the childminder points to their eyes, nose and hair. She teaches them about some traditions and diversity. For example, children engage in activities to celebrate each other's birthdays and they learn about Chinese New Year and Diwali. n The childminder encourages children to make healthy choices. For example, children enjoy healthy snacks of fruits as the childminder explains which foods are good for us. She ensures that lunch boxes provided by parents are nutritious and balanced, offering advice to parents if needed. The childminder ensures children get plenty of fresh air and exercise and they benefit from daily outings. For instance, they build their physical skills and strength as they ride on bikes

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and scooters. Children begin to learn about healthy practices, such as washing their hands before eating. n Partnership with parents is good. The childminder knows families very well and she keeps parents well informed about their children's learning and welfare. Parents regularly share information with the childminder, which enables her to carefully plan for and extend learning. However, the childminder does not maximise opportunities to work in partnership with other settings to develop a more shared approach to children's learning.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

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

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should:

n routinely consider the suitability of resources and activities for the younger children n strengthen partnerships with other settings, for example, by sharing information about children's care routines and learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY543629 Local authority Redcar and Cleveland Inspection number 10368007 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 15 Date of previous inspection 5 March 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017. She operates from Monday to Friday, all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm. The childminder holds qualified teacher status. She is registered for the government's early years childcare funding.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector observed a range of activities and interactions between the childminder and children, to help evaluate the quality of education. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how she ensures that they are safe and suitable. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The inspector looked at written reviews from the parents during the inspection and took account of their views.

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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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