Childminder in Dorset

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder explains how she takes the time needed to get to know children's interests. She uses this knowledge to plan children's activities and describes how they help them learn. For example, following visits to the farm, the childminder provides children with model farm yard animals and messy play opportunities. The childminder does this, so that children can explore sensory experiences while she models new words and vocabulary. n The childminder demonstrates that she has an understanding of the importance of supporting children's readiness for the next stages in their learning. She describes how children enjoy books and take these home to read at home. She explains how she encourages children to develop their independence by putting on their coats by themselves and washing their hands before eating. The childminder explains that she attends a range of groups, so that children have the opportunity to interact and develop socially with other children.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder explains how she works with schools and other early years providers to share key information with professionals to support children's development. She describes the value she places on these meetings to ensure that professional conversations are meaningful and support children's learning and well-being. n The childminder explains her enjoyment of developing her own understanding of how children learn and develop. She attends a range of training opportunities, such as how to support children's early reading and writing, supporting positive behaviour and neurological brain development courses. n The childminder explains how she ensures that the premises are suitable and safe for children. She describes her vigilance to make sure that any areas that children access are safe and the actions that she takes when taking children on trips. The childminder explains that she supports children's awareness of

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This provision meets requirements

keeping safe when walking next to roads. She is knowledgeable about identifying the signs that a child might be at risk of harm and knows who to report concerns to. n The childminder explains the importance and value she places on parental partnerships. She considers her care of children an extension of their home, where she wants children to feel safe, secure and happy. She describes collecting photos from parents of people and things that are important for children and makes these into individual, personal picture books for each child. She explains how much children enjoy sharing what is important to them with other children.

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This provision meets requirements

20 January 2023 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 EY389312 Local authority Dorset Inspection number 10264552 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 0 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 19 June 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2009. She lives in the town of Blandford Forum in Dorset. The childminder provides care for children on weekdays throughout the year. She is eligible to receive early education funding for children aged two, three and four years.

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Inspection activities

n This is 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 spoke to the inspector about children's learning and development with a particular focus on communication and language. n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

20 January 2023 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

20 January 2023 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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