Childminder in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

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Unique reference number EY387136 Inspection date 26/05/2009 Inspector Anne Mitchell

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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 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 to care for children since 2008. She lives with her husband and their two children in Bournemouth. The whole of the property is used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden for outdoor play. The family have a pet hamster.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register as well as the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She may care for a maximum of four children at any one time, of whom two may be in the early years age group. There are currently three children on roll all of whom are in the early years age group. At times the childminder works with an assistant. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association. She holds a National Vocational Qualification in Childcare and Education (NVQ), including special needs at level 3.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall, the quality of the provision is outstanding. Children are highly motivated and eager to play and learn in this stimulating and child orientated environment. They are making significant progress towards the early learning goals.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder is skilled at providing all children with interesting and absorbing activities that keep them interested and well occupied throughout the day.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder has developed successful systems to monitor and evaluate her practice. This ensures that areas for development are effectively identified and promptly addressed.

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further?

To further improve the high quality early years provision the registered person should consider:

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further?

 developing children's written observations to include any achievements and progress made by children at home.

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provision

Rigorous and effective risk assessments for the home, garden as well as each and every outing ensure children enjoy a safe and secure play environment. Toys and equipment are in good condition and checked daily to ensure quality for continued use. The childminder is confident and secure in her knowledge and understanding of safeguarding children and updates her training in this area on a regular basis.

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provision

The childminder has developed a comprehensive range of well organised documentation to support children's health and welfare. Paperwork is kept securely This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 and shared effectively with parents. The policies and procedures that support the childminder's excellent practice are reviewed and updated regularly.

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provision

The childminder demonstrates a significant commitment to updating her knowledge and understanding of childcare. She holds an NVQ 3 in Childcare and Education, including special needs. She has booked to attend training courses and workshops in a range of subjects to support her work with children. The childminder closely involves all the children in developing future play plans. Parents' views are sought through daily discussion and monthly feedback forms. The childminder carefully considers what resources and additional equipment would benefit children's play and development and obtains these accordingly. She is skilled at planning relevant and meaningful experiences for children at home and in the local community. Resources are deployed effectively and are easily accessible, enabling children to make clear choices in their play.

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provision

The childminder maintains an excellent partnership with parents and carers. Information about children's needs and routines is gathered from the outset through 'All about me' forms. Children's development records are shared with parents, although there is currently no secure system to include any achievements and progress made by children at home. Comments made by parents clearly show that they are extremely happy with the care the childminder provides, and they recognise that their children are developing well.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are provided with an excellent balance of adult led and child initiated play, both indoors and out. Children are highly motivated and enthusiastic and have developed close relationships with the childminder and each other. A baby enjoys watching the older children and laughs with them. The older children crawl round with the baby, who follows them, chuckling happily.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The high level of good quality interaction promotes children's speech and language. The skilled use of open ended questions helps children to think for themselves and solve problems. Activities are well planned, so children are always very well occupied and flourish in this environment. The childminder is skilled at 'reading' children's moods and their individual interests are always taken into account. Children's emotional needs are effectively met as they turn to the childminder for cuddles and reassurance.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The learning environment helps children make significant progress towards the early learning goals. The dedicated play room provides a child orientated environment. Children develop a clear sense of belonging as they look at the displayed photos of themselves enjoying activities such as outings and role play. Children are happy, settled and confident as they make choices in their play. The provision of a garden playroom extends opportunities for children further. Efficient planning for children's developments ensures children make excellent progress in all areas of learning. For example, children count the different animals they see on a recent farm trip. They use coloured sand to make marks, and a younger child smiles happily as they find the plastic animals, hidden under the sand. Monthly This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 planning includes all areas of learning and is provided for parents to see, enabling

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

them to continue learning opportunities at home. Developmental files give a clear picture of children's achievements, areas for development and next steps for their learning.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children's physical health, safety and emotional well-being is successfully promoted through secure hygiene routines and the close and loving relationships the childminder has with the children in her care. They learn about healthy lifestyles from an early age, through well planned projects. Children have made a healthy eating chart which is displayed in their playroom. They plant vegetables to discover how food is grown, and talk about how calcium makes their bones and teeth strong. Children are able to take considered risks within a secure environment to help them learn to keep themselves safe. They learn about road safety on local walks and outings. 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? 1 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? 1 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

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