Childminder in Bracknell Forest

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 29 January 2015 14 December 2009

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Good 2 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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This provision is good

 The childminder forms positive and caring relationships with children, who feel safe and secure in her care. As a result, children settle quickly.  Children's behaviour is good. The childminder teaches them about expected behaviour, and gives lots of praise and encouragement to help them learn.  The quality of teaching is good. The childminder provides children with interesting and enjoyable activities that motivate them to join in. Consequently, all children, including those with additional needs, make good progress.  Children follow good hygiene routines. They enjoy healthy snacks and meals, which promote their good health.  Effective communication and partnerships with parents and other providers support children consistently. Children gain the skills, attitudes and dispositions necessary for the next stage in their learning.  The childminder and her co-childminder demonstrate a strong commitment to

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This provision is good

improving their service. They make good use of self-evaluation to identify and make further improvements.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Compared with the indoor learning environment, there are fewer opportunities outdoors for children to see print, in order to extend their developing awareness that print and symbols carry meaning.  The childminder does not always offer children opportunities to strengthen their self- care skills.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

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

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 strengthen opportunities for children to see print in the outdoor environment, to further develop their awareness that print and symbols carry meaning  strengthen opportunities for children to develop their self-care skills , such as pouring their own drinks and wiping their nose.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector had a tour of the areas used for childminding.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and her assistant, and observed them during interactions with the children.  The inspector spoke with some parents and read testimonials from other parents to gain their views.  The inspector examined a sample of policies, paperwork and other documents.  The inspector discussed the childminder's self-evaluation process.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder plans activities that encompass all areas of learning and promote children's development effectively. Her continuous interactions during activities and daily routines promote language development and problem-solving skills well. For example, she encouraged children to think about who had the tallest tower as they built with bricks. A range of activities helps children to express themselves and to develop their reading and writing skills in readiness for school. The indoor environment is rich in print and children have opportunities to see their names. However, there are fewer opportunities outside for children to strengthen their understanding that print carries meaning. The childminder celebrates different festivals with children and provides a variety of resources to help them learn about diversity and the world around them. Parents regularly contribute children's achievements from home and make positive contributions to children's assessments. This

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who attend. This is good

helps to ensure that children's learning is supported at home.

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good

Children play happily and feel safe in the childminder's home. They cuddle up to her as they look at books and enjoy spending time with her. They explore the environment and play cooperatively with others. The childminder promotes their physical well-being through regular exercise and fresh air. Children have a good range of resources to choose from, both inside and in the childminder's garden. The childminder plans opportunities for children to gain independence and to develop their confidence in readiness for school. However, she misses some opportunities to help children strengthen their self-care skills, for example by encouraging them to wipe their own nose and pour their own drinks. Nevertheless, the childminder promotes children's social skills well. For example, during meal times, they sit together and interact with her and other children.

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provision is good

The childminder has a secure knowledge of the learning and development requirements and how to keep children safe. She is aware of the procedures to follow should she have concerns about a child. The childminder creates a safe environment by reviewing risks regularly. She is committed to promoting good quality provision for children and their parents. She values their views and obtains these through regular questionnaires and discussions. She attends regular training, and also encourages her assistant to attend training and appraisals. This helps her to maintain good standards. The childminder keeps a close check on how children are progressing and shares this with parents. Effective systems for planning and assessment provide children with good quality care and learning opportunities.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY318408 Local authority Bracknell Forest Inspection number 834529 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 12

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 14 December 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2006 and lives with her partner and their four children in a residential area of Bracknell in Berkshire. The family has pet cats. The childminder works with a co-childminder and also an assistant. The childminder uses the ground floor, which includes toilet facilities, for childminding. There is a fully enclosed rear garden for outdoor play. There are currently 12 children on roll in the early years age range. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder has a relevant level 4 qualification and is currently studying for a degree.

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Telephone number

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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Telephone number

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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

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