Childminder in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

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Unique reference number EY298825 Inspection date 18/03/2009 Inspector Janet Armstrong

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Type of setting Childminder This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Introduction

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted under Sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of the registered early years provision. ‘Early years provision’ refers to provision regulated by Ofsted for children from birth to 31 August following their fifth birthday (the early years age group). The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children’s learning, development and welfare, known as the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Introduction

The report includes information on any complaints about the childcare provision which Ofsted has received since the last inspection or registration whichever is the later, which require Ofsted or the provider to take action in Annex C.

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Introduction

The provider must provide a copy of this report to all parents with children at the setting where reasonably practicable. The provider must provide a copy of the report to any other person who asks for one, but may charge a fee for this service (The Childcare (Inspection) Regulations 2008 regulations 9 and 10).

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Introduction

The setting also makes provision for children older than the early years age group which is registered on the voluntary and/or compulsory part(s) of the Childcare Register. This report does not include an evaluation of that provision, but a comment about compliance with the requirements of the Childcare Register is included in Annex B. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Description of the childminding

The childminder has been registered since January 2005. She lives in a two- bedroomed bungalow in the Queens Park area of Bournemouth, Dorset. The childminder works alongside two other registered childminders from this address. All areas within the home are used for childminding purposes. This comprises of a living/dining room, kitchen, bedrooms and toilet facilities. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. There are no pets.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for a maximum of six children, three of whom may be in the early years age group. When working with other childminders, they may jointly care for up to 18 children. There are currently 32 children on roll, 23 of whom are in the early years age range, all children attend on a part time basis. The childminder cares for children over eight years of age. The childminding service offers care seven days a week, including overnight care. The childminder also works alongside an assistant as required. She is a member of the National Childminding Association and quality assured through the Bournemouth Children Come First Childminding Network. The childminder has CACHE at level 3 in home-based childcare.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall, the quality of the provision is good and children's welfare and learning outcomes are promoted very well. The childminder has a secure knowledge of each child. She has a loving and sensitive approach, offering high levels of support, especially to young children, to help them settle and feel included in this homely environment. The childminder promotes children's awareness of their own needs and those of others very well. This means that children have high levels of confidence and self-esteem. Ongoing training and working closely with her co- childminders means that she is able to offer high levels of care to the children and support them well in their learning.

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further?

To further improve the early years provision the registered person should:

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further?

 develop the self-evaluation systems to help build on the identified strengths and key areas for improvement to fully extend and challenge the children in their learning.

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provision

The childminder is very well organised and works efficiently with her two co- childminders to ensure that a high quality flexible service is offered to parents and children that is tailored to each individual family's needs, that includes overnight This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 and weekend care as and when required. There are strong and effective systems in place for working in partnership with parents to ensure that both parties are well informed about expectations and individual requirements. Parents receive a written copy of the procedures the childminder follows. This offers parents reassurance and ensures consistency between the setting and the child's home. Parents contribute and share what they know about their children to enable the childminder to meet all care needs, routines and promote the children's learning. Relationships forged with other settings means that relevant information about the

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provision

children is shared to promote continuity in their learning. The childminder has completed specialised training to offer high levels of care and attention to those children who have specific medical needs. This enables them to benefit from and participate in all the activities on offer.

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provision

The childminder is dedicated and professional in her approach. She attends regular training that has updated her skills and knowledge. For example, self-evaluation, where a good start has been made to identify some of the key strengths and evaluating practice, although it is not yet fully completed to enable her to monitor all areas and ensure the high standards can be maintained and built on.

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provision

Children's safety is prioritised. This is achieved through the high levels of supervision of the children in their play and providing a safe environment that is maintained through effective risk assessment systems. The childminder has an excellent understanding and awareness of child protection issues. She is clear on her responsibility to safeguard the children's welfare in her care.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are very happy and comfortable in the childminder's warm and welcoming home. They receive high levels of positive interaction from the childminder, especially younger children, where the childminder uses her secure knowledge of their individual needs to help them settle quickly with lots of reassurance and cuddles. For example, watching a favourite DVD from home helps to give a young child a sense of security.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children's welfare is promoted to a very high standard. They follow excellent routines to help them learn about keeping themselves healthy and safe. After meals they clean their teeth under the supervision and instruction of the childminder. They eat healthy meals and snacks and recognise the need to wash their hands before meals and after using the toilet. Clear house rules and explanations from the childminder help children to recognise the need to follow safe practices in their play. Consistent and appropriate behaviour management means that the children are learning to show respect and consideration for those around them.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children's language development is promoted extremely well. The childminder uses sign language with the children as another form of communication for them. The children respond positively to this. For example, a three-year-old shows the sign for 'house' when playing and 'more' at snack time. The constant talking and questioning from the childminder means that children are learning to think for This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 themselves and be more aware of others. International flavour day is followed one day every week, where the children experience foods from other cultures and countries, such as cassava root chips, plantains and cook-up.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

New systems for assessing the children's progress show written observations, supported by photographs of the children in their play and the next steps in their learning. Parents contribute towards these through their own written assessments of what they know about their children. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Annex A: record of inspection judgements

The key inspection judgements and what they mean

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Annex A: record of inspection judgements

Grade 1 is Outstanding: this aspect of the provision is of exceptionally high quality Grade 2 is Good: this aspect of the provision is strong Grade 3 is Satisfactory: this aspect of the provision is sound Grade 4 is Inadequate: this aspect of the provision is not good enough

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of children in the Early Years Foundation Stage?

How well does the provision promote inclusive practice? 2 The capacity of the provision to maintain continuous improvement.

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Foundation Stage led and managed?

How effective is the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement? How well does the setting work in partnership with parents and others? How well are children safeguarded? 1

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

How well are children helped to stay safe? 1 How well are children helped to be healthy? 1 How well are children helped to enjoy and achieve? 2 How well are children helped to make a positive contribution? How well are children helped develop skills that will contribute to their future economic well-being?

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

procedures set out in the guidance available from Ofsted’s website: www.ofsted.gov.uk This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are: Met

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Met This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Annex C: complaint/s made to Ofsted

This section of the report includes details of any complaint/s made to Ofsted when:  we took action for the provider to meet the requirements of the Early Years Register; or  we asked the provider to take action in order to meet the requirements of the Early Years Register; or  the provider had already taken any necessary action to meet the requirements of the Early Years Register.

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Annex C: complaint/s made to Ofsted

We will not report on any complaint where the provider met the requirements of the Early Years Register or did not require any action by Ofsted or the registered provider.

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Detail of the complaint/s

There have been no complaints made to Ofsted since the last inspection.

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Detail of the complaint/s

The provider is required to keep a record of complaints made by parents, which they can see on request. The complaints record may contain complaints other than those made to Ofsted.

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