Childminder in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

Overall effectiveness Requires improvement

The quality of education Requires improvement Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Requires improvement Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Not applicable

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The provision requires improvement

Children have strong bonds with the childminder and show that they feel cared for and settled. For example, they take her hand or seek a cuddle when they need reassurance. The childminder provides a secure environment indoors and outdoors, where children can play with a variety of resources. However, she is not always clear about what she intends children to learn and so activities do not always meet the individual needs of some children. For example, the childminder teaches children about quantity and texture as they play with dinosaurs. However, not all questions are developmentally appropriate for younger children to understand and learn new words and meanings.

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The provision requires improvement

Children have regular opportunities to listen to stories, songs and rhymes with the childminder. They point to pictures and join in with the actions. However, the childminder does not always ensure that children can understand the words or hear the way they sound. This does not help children build further on their developing communication and language skills.

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The provision requires improvement

During the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic, there was a period of time when the childminder was only open to some children due to the restrictions. During this time, she helped parents to find alternative care and kept in touch remotely. The childminder adapted her practices to ensure children had a safe return to the setting.

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need to do better?

n The childminder observes and assesses children's learning effectively and introduces resources based upon children's interests. She identifies if there are any gaps in learning. The childminder knows where to seek support if a child is not making the expected progress. However, the childminder does not always use her interactions to extend the learning of children who need support with their communication and language development. n The childminder engages in professional development and has continued to do this throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the childminder has not yet reflected on her provision to help her identify her strengths and areas for improvement. As a result, the childminder does not know what actions she needs to take to improve the quality of education she provides. n The childminder uses her garden to provide opportunities for children to develop their physical skills and take risks. Children skilfully transfer water between

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containers or pour it through holes in a water tray. They show control as they climb and slide, and take pleasure in their achievements. n The childminder provides healthy snacks for children and makes them aware of the need for healthy lifestyles, such as washing hands, drinking water and

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need to do better?

22 July 2021 wearing a hat when it is hot. n Children have weekly opportunities to visit their local community as the childminder believes this provides valuable social experiences. For example, children go to the beach, a country park and a local farm attraction, giving them opportunities to investigate and become curious about their environment. n Children listen well to the childminder and follow her instructions. She praises children when they try something for the first time or attempt something that is tricky, which promotes their self-esteem and confidence. The childminder understands that children sometimes struggle to manage their feelings and behaviour, and knows the appropriate action to take. For example, if children are finding it difficult to share, the childminder will provide an additional toy or encourage them to play with something else for a short time. n The childminder works in partnership with parents to settle their children when

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they start. Parents value the loving relationships she has established with their children and are very happy with the standard of care she provides. The childminder sends updates and photos about the activities the children have engaged in during the day. However, the childminder does not consistently share precise information about their children's progress, to help parents support their child's learning further at home.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder is up to date with her safeguarding training and has taken additional courses to broaden her knowledge. This helps her to understand wider safeguarding issues and the appropriate action to take, for example how to protect children from extreme views. The childminder is aware who to contact and what procedures to follow if she has any concerns about children's welfare. The childminder has taken necessary steps to ensure e-safety when using technology with children or when communicating with parents.

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Due date

ensure the provision of a well-planned curriculum to enable all children to learn effectively, helping them make better progress in their communication and language skills. 22/08/2021

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should:

n develop the use of self-evaluation to identify strengths and weaknesses to improve the quality of education n share more information with parents to support childrens development further at home.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY553842 Local authority Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole Inspection number 10174464 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 5 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017. She lives in Poole, Dorset. The childminder offers childcare Monday to Thursday, term time only.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since the COVID- 19 (coronavirus) pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The inspector was shown the areas of the home used for childminding. She looked at relevant documentation, including suitability checks for adults living in the home and training records. n The childminder described to the inspector how she decides what children will learn in her environment. n The inspector observed the childminder interact with children and the childminder explained the purpose and impact of the activities. n Parents' views were taken into account through a telephone call and written feedback. n The inspector held regular discussions with the childminder throughout the inspection, about the care and education she provides. They also discussed

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Inspection activities

22 July 2021 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

22 July 2021 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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