Childminder in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 20 October 2015 30 July 2009

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This inspection: Good 2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2

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This provision is good

 The childminder provides a safe and welcoming environment where children learn through play and exploration. They are keen to take part in a broad range of activities and learning experiences inside and outside.  Children build good relationships with the childminder, her assistant and one another. They respond well to the calm atmosphere and learn to respect people's differences.  The childminder monitors children's development effectively, which enables her to quickly identify and address any gaps in their learning. This attention helps children to make good progress.  The childminder maintains positive partnerships with parents and other professionals, which promotes consistency in children's welfare and learning. Parents say that their children's development has come on in 'leaps and bounds' since attending the childminding setting.  The childminder and her assistant continually reflect on the provision in order to

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This provision is good

improve children's experiences. They adapt activities and add resources according to children's interests and learning needs. For example, the childminder has recently introduced more sensory materials to encourage children's muscle development.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder sometimes misses opportunities to use mathematical language to extend children's understanding as she supports their play and routine activities.  Children cannot always use materials spontaneously to express their creative ideas and develop skills for early writing, particularly those who learn better outside.

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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

 extend opportunities for children to hear and use mathematical language  extend opportunities for children to be creative and practise early writing skills in all of the play environments.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed children's activities in the childminder's home and garden.  The inspector talked with the childminder about children's activities and progress.  The inspector looked at a sample of documents, which included children's progress records.  The inspector took account of parents' views obtained in person and from their letters.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder organises her provision well to meet children's individual welfare and learning needs, which includes good supervision of her assistant's practice. The childminder and her assistant continue to develop their knowledge in order to improve children's learning experiences. For example, following a training course, they have provided a voice recorder to promote children's enthusiasm for making sounds and forming words. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a clear understanding of child protection issues and the correct procedures to follow if there are concerns. She shares her safeguarding policies with parents and her assistant, in order to help protect children from potential harm.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a good understanding of the learning and development requirements. Together with her assistant, she plans interesting activities according to children's interests and learning priorities. The childminder joins in with children's play, motivating them to have a go and providing explanations when needed. Children use their senses to explore and investigate a wide range of objects and materials. At the inspection, children were excited to press, squeeze and sort gel-beads in water. They used tools, as well as their hands, to fill and empty containers with sand. The childminder promotes children's communication skills well. For example, she repeats young children's words back to them so that they know she understands them. The childminder regularly takes children on various outings. They meet people from other backgrounds, use different play equipment and learn about their local community.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are happy and settled. The childminder seeks detailed information from parents that enables her to help children feel secure. Children develop a strong sense of belonging. For example, they enjoy looking at photographs of themselves, family and friends. The childminder teaches children good manners and to respect people and their environment. She praises children regularly, which helps boost their self-esteem and confidence. The childminder promotes children's understanding of the importance of healthy living. For example, she provides relevant books, talks with them and encourages good hygiene routines, such as brushing teeth. Children enjoy fresh air and exercise every day to promote their good health. They take calculated risks as they develop good physical skills.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children develop confidence in making choices and relating to other people. They learn to listen to instructions and acquire an enthusiasm for books and stories. Children develop independence in using their practical skills and in caring for themselves. These skills help to prepare children well for the next stage in their learning and starting school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY263189 Local authority Bournemouth Inspection number 826607 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Age range of children 2 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 30 July 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2003. She lives in Bournemouth. The childminder has an assistant who works on a part-time basis. The childminder provides childcare each weekday, all year round. She receives funding to provide free early years education for children aged two, three and four years. The childminder holds an early years qualification at level 4.

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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

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Telephone number

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