Childminder in Bracknell Forest

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 29/01/2013 06/03/2009

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early years provision

This inspection: 2 Previous inspection: 2 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children 2 The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision 2

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This provision is good

 Children benefit from the calm, warm and caring relationship that clearly exists between them and the childminder. She is very aware of each child's individual needs.  Children make good progress because the childminder devotes so much individual time and attention to them. She readily supports and participates in their play helping them to develop new skills.  The childminder's effective implementation of the safeguarding and welfare requirements supports children's health, safety and well-being.  The childminder develops strong relationships with parents and other early years settings that children attend, which helps to promote consistency in children's care and learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because

 Opportunities for children to observe the natural world closely outdoors have yet to be fully embraced.

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Information about this inspection

Inspections of registered early years provision are scheduled:  at least once in every inspection cycle. The current cycle ends on 31 July 2016  more frequently where Ofsted identifies a need to do so, for example where provision was previously judged as inadequate  brought forward in the inspection cycle where Ofsted has received information that suggests the provision may not be meeting the legal requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage; or where assessment of the provision identifies a need for early inspection  prioritised for inspection where we have received information that the provision is not meeting the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and which suggests children may not be safe  at the completion of an investigation into failure to comply with the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Information about this inspection

The provision is also registered on the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. This report includes a judgment about compliance with the requirements of that register.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities and interaction between the childminder and children during play indoors.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at a range of documentary evidence including the observations made on children and the childminder's records.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector also took into account the views of parents by reading the references provided by them.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector had discussions with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector viewed all areas of the home and garden.

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Information about the setting

The childminder registered in 2008. She lives with her three children in Bracknell, Berkshire. The childminder uses the whole of her home for childminding. A fully enclosed rear garden is available for outside play. The childminder makes use of local facilities such as, toddler groups, libraries and parks. The childminder can take children to and collect them from local schools.

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Information about the setting

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is currently looking after one child who is within the early years age range on a part-time basis.

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To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

 provide children with opportunities to observe the natural world closely outdoors through a variety of ways, including using magnifiers.

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who attend

The childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of how to promote the learning and development of all children in her care. She has a very secure knowledge of how children learn effectively as they play. As a result, all children in her care are making good progress in their early learning and development. The childminder thoroughly enjoys the time she spends with the children. They benefit from the individual time and attention she gives them. She continually sits with them on the floor supporting and guiding them in their play.

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who attend

The childminder provides children with a range of activities and experiences that are linked to their interests and abilities. These also help children to develop new skills. Children are currently very interested in books. They readily sit with the childminder as she reads them their favourite story. The childminder effectively extends their interest and learning by asking them to recall the story and to begin to recognise familiar words. This helps children to develop their literacy and listening skills. The childminder continually talks to the children to help them develop their communication and speaking skills. For example, asking them what they have been doing at pre-school. Children readily reply that they have been playing with their friends and speaking French. The childminder and children then have great fun saying 'bonjour' to each other. Children then show great delight as they teach her how to say blue and other colours in French. This also helps

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who attend

them develop their self-esteem and confidence.

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who attend

Children's mathematical understanding is promoted in a variety of ways. They talk about big and little cats and they recall the number of claws their cat has. Shopping trips with the childminder further supports their learning for example, children help count the number of vegetables in the basket. Regular walks to the park and woods enable children to explore nature and collect items. However, children are not able to observe nature closely for example, by using a magnifying glass to look at insects. Children have many opportunities to develop their creativity and use a range of art and craft tools. For example, they mix paints, use scissors and glue sticks. They also have great fun making pictures out of different textured materials and painting pasta. Children have opportunities to celebrate festivals and events in their lives. Children learn to be respectful towards others as the childminder sensitively talks to them about different cultures and people with

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who attend

disabilities. Children regularly meet up with other children to enable them to develop their social skills and become aware of the local community.

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who attend

The childminder has a good understanding of each child's individual needs and starting points in their learning, through her very close communication with parents. The childminder makes observations on the children while they play. As a result, she effectively identifies where a child is in their learning and their next steps. Daily conversations with parents and the completion of regular reviews enable them to be aware of the areas of learning their child is working towards. This helps them to support their child's development at home. Children benefit from the childminder's commitment to working in partnership with other settings they attend. She routinely discusses with staff the child's progress and the themes and activities they have planned. This enables her to provide consistent and stimulating learning experiences and continuity of care. Children are supported well in their future transitions to school. For example, she talks to them

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who attend

about what to expect. The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of how to complete the two- year- old progress check when required.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

Children's emotional well-being is fully fostered as the childminder is very calm, caring and has a reassuring approach with them. Children readily include her in their play and spontaneously go up to her for a hug. This clearly demonstrates how safe and secure they feel in her care. The childminder is a good role model and children's achievements are highly praised. This helps to develop their self-esteem. The childminder readily talks to the children about how they have spent their time at the pre-school giving them the opportunity to share any concerns they may have with her. Children's independence is promoted well. Children can help themselves to the toys and resources they wish to play with as the childminder ensures they are readily accessible to them.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

The childminder places a high priority on keeping children safe. She has recently moved home and has completed a range of risk assessments and safety checks. The childminder also contacted the local fire service to ask them to complete a fire safety check in her new home. As a result, children play in a home, which is safe and suitable for them. Children are beginning to be aware of safety issues and their own safety. For example, the childminder ensured they practised her new emergency evacuation procedures with her so they are aware of the exits to use. Children also comment to visitors to the home that they must also put on their cycle helmets when they ride their bikes. The childminder also reminds children of stranger danger and road safety procedures when they are out.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

Children have many opportunities to develop healthy lifestyles as they play outside in the fresh air, go on regular walks and visit local parks. They thoroughly enjoy jumping in the puddles, climbing and balancing on a range of outdoor equipment. These visits also help them to develop their physical skills. The childminder works successfully with parents to make sure the food they provide for their children is healthy and nutritious. Children are aware of why they have to wash their hands as the childminder talks to them about germs. Hand gel, soap and water are readily accessible for the children to use helping them to understand the different ways to clean their hands.

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provision

The childminder has a secure understanding of her responsibility to meet the welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. A range of written policies and procedures in place are followed by the childminder to ensure children's welfare is effectively safeguarded and promoted. These are also shared with parents so they are aware of her responsibilities. The childminder has a good understanding of safeguarding issues. She is very aware of the procedures she should follow should she have a safeguarding concern about a child in her care. The childminder is confident in her knowledge of the learning and development requirements. She has effective systems in place to observe and monitor children's progress. She effectively uses the observations she makes to plan flexible, relevant and stimulating activities.

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provision

The childminder develops secure, trusting and supportive relationships with the parents. Information is shared daily in a variety of ways to meet the needs and requirements of the children. Parents make many positive comments about the childminder and her provision in their reference letters. These include how their child 'has flourished in her care', 'the fantastic relationships she has with their child' and the 'fun educational activities offered'. Parents also comment on how they would highly recommend her to others. Children readily comment when asked "I like coming, playing with toys and having my lunch here".

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provision

The childminder effectively monitors and reflects on her practice which helps her to identify her strengths and areas for further development. She also obtains the views and comments from parents and children. She is committed to ongoing development and updates her knowledge in a variety of ways. For example, meeting up with other childminders to share ideas and to keep up to date with latest childcare changes.

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The Childcare Register

The requirements for the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are Met The requirements for the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are Met

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Grade Judgement Description

Grade 1 Outstanding Outstanding provision is highly effective in meeting the needs of all children exceptionally well. This ensures that children are very well prepared for the next stage of their learning. Grade 2 Good Good provision is effective in delivering provision that meets the needs of all children well. This ensures children are ready for the next stage of their learning. Grade 3 Satisfactory Satisfactory provision is performing less well than expectations in one or more of the key areas. It requires improvement in order to be good. Grade 4 Inadequate Provision that is inadequate requires significant improvement and/or enforcement. The provision is failing to give children an acceptable standard of early years education and/or is not meeting the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. It will be inspected again within 12 months of the date of this inspection.

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Grade Judgement Description

Met The provision has no children on roll. The inspection judgement is that the provider continues to meet the requirements for registration. Not Met The provision has no children on roll. The inspection judgement is that the provider does not meet the requirements for registration.

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Inspection

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted 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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Setting details

Unique reference number EY373678 Local authority Bracknell Forest Inspection number 898947 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 1

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Telephone number

set out in the guidance ‘raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted', which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.ofsted.gov.uk. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk.

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Type of provision

For the purposes of this inspection the following definitions apply:

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Type of provision

Full-time provision is that which operates for more than three hours. These are usually known as nurseries, nursery schools and pre-schools and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. They are registered on the Early Years Register and pay the higher fee for registration.

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Type of provision

Sessional provision operates for more than two hours but does not exceed three hours in any one day. These are usually known as pre-schools, kindergartens or nursery schools and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. They are registered on the Early Years Register and pay the lower fee for registration.

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Type of provision

Childminders care for one or more children where individual children attend for a period of more than two hours in any one day. They operate from domestic premises that are usually their own home. They are registered on the Early Years Register and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Type of provision

Out of school provision may be sessional or full-time provision and is delivered before or after school and/or in the summer holidays. They are registered on the Early Years Register and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. Where children receive their Early Years Foundation Stage in school these providers do not have to deliver the learning and development requirements in full but should complement the experiences children receive in school. 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 Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, 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,

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Type of provision

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Type of provision

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