Childminder, Out-of school day care in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 8 June 2016 17 July 2014

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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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 reflects well on her practice. She has made good improvements since her last inspection. For example, she has reorganised the playroom to encourage children to develop greater independence.  Children make good progress in their learning and development. The childminder makes accurate observations and assessments that help her to clearly identify the next steps in children's learning, and build on what they already know.  Children's behaviour is good. The childminder is a positive role model. She speaks kindly and calmly and gives clear guidance about expected behaviour. Children develop confidence and good social skills that prepare them emotionally well for school.  The learning environment is well organised. Children have access to a range of good quality resources that are developmentally appropriate and offer experiences across all areas of learning.  The childminder and her assistant work well in partnership with parents and all other

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This provision is good

settings that children attend, to maximise their individual learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not consistently challenge all children. On occasions, during adult-led activities, children lose concentration and motivation.  The childminder does not make the most of all opportunities to develop children's language and thinking skills even further.

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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

 review adult-led activities so they offer suitable challenge to all children and extend their motivation and concentration  extend children's language and thinking skills during play even further.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching and considered the impact this had on children's learning.  The inspector sampled a range of documentation, including safeguarding policies and procedures and children's records.  The inspector undertook a joint observation of children's play with the childminder.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and her assistant about their understanding of safeguarding and child protection.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through the childminder's written questionnaires.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. Both the childminder and her assistant attend training in child protection and have a secure understanding of their responsibility to safeguard children. They know what to do if they are concerned about a child's welfare. The childminder pays good attention to evaluating and developing her practice. Since her last inspection, she has successfully completed a recognised childcare qualification. She has used her improved understanding well to provide good outcomes for all children. The childminder supports her assistant well. One way she does this is to provide advice on adapting activities and developing teaching skills to maximise children's learning. Parents' written comments are positive. They speak highly of the childminder and the quality of care and learning that she provides for their children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn. She accurately monitors children's progress to identify any gaps in their learning and plans activities to meet their individual learning needs and interests. For example, children enjoy exploring a variety of craft materials, and they develop their early writing skills, such as through drawing in sand and using chalk. The childminder provides opportunities that enable children to learn about the wider world. For example, children grow radishes and learn about what plants need for growing.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder and her assistant act as good role models and encourage children's positive social skills. Children practise taking turns during simple games and learn to share toys. The childminder meets children's emotional needs well, and children gain confidence and build their self-esteem. They are happy and relaxed with the childminder and her assistant. Children develop a secure understanding of the importance of good hygiene, such as washing their hands before eating. Children receive good opportunities to think about their own personal safety and to be independent learners. For example, they help to prepare their snacks and learn how to handle utensils correctly and safely.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are working within the expected stages of development and are developing the skills they need for their future learning. They are confident communicators and share their thoughts, wishes and needs well. The childminder helps children to prepare for their move to school. She focuses on helping them to develop the skills they will need, as well as helping them to feel comfortable about this new stage in their lives.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY336286 Local authority Dorset Inspection number 1048952 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 10 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 21

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 17 July 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2006. She lives in Highcliffe, Dorset. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder has a relevant childcare qualification at level 3. She works with an assistant, who has a qualification at level 2. The childminder provides funded early education for children aged three and four years.

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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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Telephone number

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