Childminder in Middlesbrough

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 are happy, confident and settled in the childminder's care. She knows them well and provides a warm and welcoming environment. Children demonstrate they are settled, and they feel safe and secure in her care. The childminder is reassuring and supportive of the children's needs, and they have established close and trusting bonds with her. She speaks respectfully to the children and has high expectations for them.

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The provision is good

Children benefit from a range of stimulating resources that excite their imaginations and help motivate them to explore, investigate and experiment. The children engage in their chosen play and invite the childminder to join in, confidently communicating their wishes and needs. For example, they listen intently to 'The rainbow fish' story then decide to create their own fish with sparkly scales. The childminder helps children to understand the principles of the story and the importance of sharing and being kind to each other.

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The provision is good

Children thrive being part of a small group, but the childminder understands the benefits of taking the children to activity sessions where they become part of a larger group. She sees the positive impact it has on children's social development. Children benefit from visits to the local woods, farms and the seaside, which adds to their experiences.

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need to do better?

n The experienced and nurturing childminder has a good understanding of how young children learn and develop. She has created a curriculum that is based on children's interests and builds on what they already know to extend their learning effectively. She uses assessments to identify any areas in children's development where they need extra support. The childminder is clear about the skills and knowledge she wants children to have before moving on to nursery or school. n Children demonstrate they are keen and eager to try new things and immerse themselves in activities. They access a wide variety of quality resources that are easily accessible both indoors and in the garden. n The childminder is very gentle in her approach and is a good role model for the children. She engages them in meaningful conversations and poses carefully worded questions, giving children ample time to think and respond. The childminder is skilful in allowing children time and space to process information

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need to do better?

to make sense of what they are learning. For example, children are eager to 'have a go' and show sustained concentration as they decorate their artwork. They persevere as they master the skill of removing stickers and using sticky tape.

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need to do better?

3 June 2025 n Children have access to a wide range of books and eagerly join the childminder for story time. They hear the childminder read expressively. She introduces new vocabulary such as 'author' and 'illustrator' and provides children with a simple explanation to help them understand the meaning of the words. This contributes to building foundations for developing their love of books. n The childminder puts her training to good use to help improve her practice and children's learning. For example, mathematics is naturally incorporated into children's play. The childminder asks the children to count and make comparisons using words, such as less and more. However, some activities to help younger children learn number recognition exceed their experiences and levels of understanding. n The childminder promotes children's personal hygiene. They know they must wash their hands after going to the toilet and before eating. Children are polite

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and say 'please' and 'thank you'. The childminder talks to them sensitively about sharing and taking turns to help develop their social skills. n Parents are very complimentary of the childminder and the care their children receive. They comment that they 'couldn't be happier'. They appreciate that the childminder gives children many interesting experiences, such as trips to the farm and music groups. Parents feel well informed. The childminder shares daily photos and messages to keep them updated about what their children have enjoyed.

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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 interest first.

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should:

n enhance the already good practice in teaching children about numbers and problem-solving by always considering each child's prior learning experiences and levels of understanding.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 312679 Local authority Middlesbrough Inspection number 10392746 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 10 Date of previous inspection 3 September 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1997 and lives in the Linthorpe area of Middlesbrough. She operates all year round, from 6.30am to 6.30pm, on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3. The childminder offers government funded places for childcare.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector carried out a discussion with the childminder on how the curriculum is delivered. n The inspector observed the quality of education during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. She spoke with the children during the inspection. n The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder. n The inspector held a meeting with the childminder and looked at relevant documentation. n The inspector took account of their views of parents from their written feedback.

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Inspection activities

3 June 2025 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

3 June 2025 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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