Childminder in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

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Unique reference number EY304363 Inspection date 26/01/2009 Inspector Dinah Round

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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 registered to care for children in 2005. She lives her husband and two children aged five and 11 years. They live on a residential estate in Canford Heath, Dorset. Childminding is carried out on the whole of the ground floor, with the first floor used for sleep provision. Toilet facilities are accessible on both levels of the premises. Children have access to an enclosed rear garden for outdoor play activities. The family have a cat.

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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 to care for a maximum of five children at any one time. There are currently four children in the early years age group on roll. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association (NCMA) and links with the local authority.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children's safety and welfare is promoted well. The childminder is supportive of children's individual needs and takes positive steps to ensure that activities are organised so all children can take part. Children enjoy a broad range of play activities including experiences both inside and outside the home which promote their learning and development. The childminder has effective systems in place to evaluate her provision which helps her focus on improving children's learning and development.

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further?

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

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further?

 continue to develop the systems for planning and assessments, so observations are used to help each individual child move on to the next step in their learning and development  review the organisation of resources to maximise opportunities for children to make independent choices about their play

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provision

Documentation is well maintained and kept confidential. Policies and procedures are in place and support the childminder's good practice. A record of risk assessment for areas used by children and outings helps to identify and minimise risks to children. Space is well organised to allow children to move freely and safely between the different areas, however, opportunities to fully promote children's independence in making choices about their play are not always explored. The childminder has attended a variety of training schemes to continue to update her skills, such as making observations and planning. This has supported her in developing assessments in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage. She This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 monitors and evaluates her provision and has a positive attitude towards further development and improvements for children.

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provision

Children benefit from the good working relationships developed between the childminder and parent. She shares information successfully through informal discussion and children's records of achievements, encouraging parents to get involved in their child's learning. A communication book is used between playgroup, parents and the childminder which contributes towards the progression and continuity of children's care and learning. Parent questionnaires have recently been introduced to actively seek parental feedback about the childminder's provision.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are happy, confident and settled in the welcoming environment provided. The childminder knows children well, and her good partnerships with parents ensures that children's individual needs are followed. Children benefit from the childminder's positive interaction as she gets involved in their play and provides lots of encouragement and support to promote their learning. Children's progress is effectively monitored through observational assessments, however, systems to link these with future play experiences to fully support children's next steps in their learning are not yet developed. Children behave well and benefit from the childminder's consistent and positive approach which helps them learn right from wrong. For example, they learn the importance of good habits as they join in the 'please and thank you song' before eating lunch.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children have access to a broad range of stimulating and interesting play activities, including regular experiences outside the home. The childminder promotes lots of discussion which encourages children to become confident speakers and they have good opportunities to learn to count and problem solve. For example, they count the numbers of shoes and confidently match colours and sizes as they play with the dolls. Children enjoy cuddling up to listen to the familiar story 'Going on a Bear Hunt', which the childminder successfully brings to life and children happily join in, repeating words. Children have regular opportunities to use their senses to explore media and materials, such as paint, chalks, playdough and pasta.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are learning how to keep safe as the childminder teaches them road safety and they take part in regular emergency evacuation practices. Children's health and well-being are promoted effectively. They enjoy healthy snacks of raisins and fresh fruit and information about individual dietary requirements are followed to comply with parent's wishes. Children learn the importance of keeping healthy through posters, the childminder's good hygiene routines, and joining in the 'hand washing' song as they wash their hands before eating. 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? 2

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

How well are children helped to stay safe? 2 How well are children helped to be healthy? 2 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 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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