Childminder, Out-of school day care in Wokingham

This provision meets requirements

Children arrive at the setting full of conversation and laughter. They talk, giggle and engage with the childminder, one another and guests happily. The childminder has a good understanding of children's needs and her role in offering an out-of- school provision. She organises the space very effectively. For instance, she ensures that there is a quiet space for children to access if they want to relax and have some calm time, as well as highly engaging resources in an adjoining room.

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This provision meets requirements

Children show excellent skills when playing and sharing with others. They are able to manage their emotions and behaviour while expressing their own needs with ease. The childminder is an excellent role model who helps and encourages children to use impeccable manners at all times. Children have the confidence to ask for help if they encounter problems. The childminder helps children to build high levels of independence. For instance, children independently weigh and measure ingredients to make crispy cakes and know to wash their hands after going to the toilet, before cooking and eating.

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This provision meets requirements

Mealtimes are highly sociable where children of all ages sit together for their supper. The childminder uses this time exceptionally well to promote children's learning and development. For example, they play 'challenge or forfeit' where the childminder asks them age-appropriate questions, which they eagerly answer.

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need to do better?

n The childminder builds close relationships with children and has a secure knowledge of their personal needs. She regularly talks with children to find out about their interests and what they enjoy doing the most. Children tell the inspector that they really enjoy their time with the childminder. They look forward to completing a wide range of exciting creative activities and taking part in cooking with their friends. n The childminder regularly reflects on her practice. She makes plans to improve the provision for the benefit of the children in her care. For example, since the last inspection, she has enhanced opportunities for children to be more independent. They know where to place their shoes and bags on arrival and hang their coats on pegs. n The childminder keeps up to date with recent changes in legislation. She completes mandatory training, including safeguarding and first aid, and updates her professional development, for example by reading publications and

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completing research. n The childminder uses evaluation forms and questionnaires to include the views of parents in her own self-evaluation process. She discusses with children how

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24 February 2020 they feel about the setting. She reflects on her strengths and identifies areas to improve. n The childminder has strong relationships with parents. She seeks detailed information when children first start, to ensure she provides activities that interest children right from the outset. Children complete ongoing questionnaires and make suggestions about what they would like to see included in the childminder's curriculum. This enables the childminder to continue to ensure that the setting meets the children's needs and interests. n Children learn about the value of money. For example, during a recent survey about equipment, children chose to buy an expensive piece of equipment. After discussion about the cost, children agreed to forfeit a summer outing to release further funds to buy it. n Parents comment positively on the wide range of activities the childminder offers and the high quality of care she provides for their children. The childminder has

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developed a very close relationship with the school staff who are also involved in the children's care. For example, relevant information is shared to help to ensure that children receive consistent care. The childminder uses this information to complement children's current and ongoing development needs. n The childminder provides a variety of healthy snacks and wholesome, home- made meals. Children discuss the difference between fruit and vegetables and that tomatoes are a fruit. She talks to children about the positive impact that healthy eating has on their body.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder understands her responsibilities to keep children safe. She has a good knowledge of the signs, symptoms and indicators of possible abuse and neglect, and teaches children about internet safety. She has a good understanding of the local procedures to follow to report any concerns she has about a child's welfare. The childminder ensures that her premises are safe and she supervises children closely. She completes daily risk assessments and implements her policies and procedures well to help to minimise hazards to children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 148576 Local authority Wokingham Inspection number 10136285 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 5 to 10 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 10 Date of previous inspection 6 January 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder has been operating since 1982 and lives in Wokingham, Berkshire. She provides care before and after school during term time, Monday to Friday. The childminder holds a relevant qualification at level 3. Her husband works with her as an assistant.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector took account of the views of parents and carers through written testimonials. n The inspector viewed areas of the home used for childminding. n Suitability documentation for both the childminder and her assistant was checked, along with the first-aid certificates. n The childminder and the inspector discussed matters relating to safeguarding and the self-evaluation process. n The inspector spoke with children to gain their views of the childminder's provision.

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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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