Childminder in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

Overall effectiveness Outstanding

The quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Outstanding

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The provision is outstanding

The childminder is passionate and enthusiastic about his work. He works exceptionally well with his co-childminder and supports children to develop a strong sense of belonging. Children are happy and seek out the childminder actively to play games and share stories with him. They make choices about their play and explore and investigate enthusiastically the resources and the setting. Children benefit from a range of outings, for example to the local heath and the beach. They thoroughly enjoy building sandcastles, jumping in puddles and discovering objects through 'scavenger hunts'. These experiences provide excellent opportunities to increase children's understanding of the local natural environment.

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The provision is outstanding

The childminder and his co-childminder are excellent role models. They skilfully help children to understand their emotions and share resources with their peers. The childminder uses opportunities during play to talk about and demonstrate feelings, such as being kind and caring for each other. For example, when children play with dolls, the childminder shows them how to be caring and give cuddles. Children engage fully in imaginary play and look after the sick and injured dolls. They pretend to administer medicine, put plasters on their sore body parts, and listen to each other's hearts using stethoscopes. Children behave extremely well and use good manners. Older children share resources willingly with their younger peers.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has an excellent knowledge of the children. This is informed by his meticulous observation and assessment of children's interests, what they have learned and what they need to master next. The childminder implements individual planning across all areas of children's learning, both indoors and outdoors. n Children are exceptionally self-assured and show fascination, deep concentration and engagement during activities. For instance, they thoroughly enjoy deciding how to create their own pizza. Children select their own pizza toppings confidently from a healthy range of ingredients, cut them with a knife and spread sauce to create their pizza. The childminder makes use of opportunities to introduce to children the concept of time. He uses words such as 'days', 'hours' and 'minutes' to help children estimate how long it may take for the pizzas to cook through thoroughly. Children wait eagerly for the timer to indicate

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when their pizzas are ready. n The childminder has a comprehensive understanding of the skills that underpin children's communication. He sings rhymes and reads books frequently, laying superb foundations for children's listening skills and awareness of how language

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13 February 2020 is constructed. This is particularly beneficial for children attending who speak English as an additional language. n Partnerships with parents are exceedingly strong. Parents speak highly of the childminder and his co-childminder. They value their input into their children's learning. For example, they state that the childminders are a 'fount of information' and share a wealth of helpful advice. For instance, they discuss effective strategies with parents to support children's toilet training at home. The childminder supplies parents with resources, toys and equipment, as well as information about the many ways they can promote learning. This enables parents to extend children's learning at home and support their progress. n The childminder has high expectations of what children can achieve. Children follow daily routines eagerly. They know the need to wash their hands before meals and have an excellent awareness of germs. Older children comment that

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germs make them unwell. Younger children take responsibility for tidying away resources in their allotted places after activities. n The childminder and his co-childminder have an excellent working relationship. They reflect continually on the valuable service they provide for families. Both childminders are extremely dedicated to maintaining the outstanding care for children. They observe each other and suggest helpful strategies to enhance their already outstanding practice. n The childminder maintains an ambitious vision for his childcare service. He completes an extensive range of training opportunities and readily shares his knowledge with his co-childminder and other childminders in the area. Recent training on communication and language has enhanced the childminder's understanding further to support children who speak English as an additional language.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder and his co-childminder have an excellent understanding of child protection issues. They have robust safeguarding procedures in place. The childminder and his co-childminder are confident to share information with other professionals should they have any concerns about a child's welfare. They keep their knowledge up to date by attending training and conferences. They ensure that suitability checks are completed for all members of the household. Together, they use rigorous risk assessments to minimise hazards and ensure their home environment is safe and secure. The childminder and his co-childminder teach children to manage risk and understand how to keep themselves safe. They ensure ratios are maintained and supervise children well.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY432751 Local authority Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole Inspection number 10125743 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 1 to 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 9 Date of previous inspection 2 June 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2005 and lives in Canford Heath, Dorset. He works with his wife, who is also a registered childminder. The childminder operates Monday to Thursday from 7am to 6pm, and on Friday from 7am to 4pm, for 48 weeks of the year. He also offers overnight care. The childminder provides funding to offer free early education for children aged two, three and four years. He holds a childcare qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder showed the inspector around the areas of his home that children access. They discussed how the childminder organises his setting and plans the curriculum and experiences for children. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder, his co-childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection. The inspector took account of the views of parents from written feedback provided. n The inspector looked at a sample of the childminder's documents. This included evidence of training and the suitability of those living on the premises.

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Inspection activities

13 February 2020 We carried out this inspection 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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Inspection activities

13 February 2020 regulates and inspects to 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 and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, 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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