Childminder in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates detailed knowledge of the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage. She explains how she uses a range of teaching skills to meet children's individual learning styles and to support her curriculum. She has systems in place to observe and to monitor children's progress and to swiftly identify any gaps in their learning. n The childminder knows how to gain information from parents to enable her to support children's individual care throughout the day. She understands how to promote children's well-being. She demonstrates, through discussion, how she intends to provide daily opportunities for children to enjoy fresh air and exercise. n The childminder has a clear understanding of how to safeguard children. She knows the possible signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect and how to refer any concerns to the relevant authorities. Daily checks and risk assessments of

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her home help the childminder to identify and to remove any potential hazards to children. n The childminder recognises the value of working closely with parents and other professionals to help promote continuity of care and learning. She explains how she builds secure bonds with children to promote their emotional well-being and independence. n The childminder has high expectations for children's behaviour. She explains how she helps children to develop positive relationships and how she incorporates sharing, turn taking and respect for others into daily activities n The childminder explains how she keeps her knowledge up to date and refreshes her skills using online learning.

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This provision meets requirements

There were no children in the early years age range present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no early years children present, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states whether the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY409136 Local authority Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole Inspection number 10136606 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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Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 3 August 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2010. She lives with her family in Bournemouth, Dorset. The childminder sometimes works with an assistant. She provides care Monday to Friday all day, all year round.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider received since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of those living in the premises. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to meet the safeguarding and welfare requirements when minding children.

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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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