Childminder in Dorset

Overall effectiveness Good

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

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The provision is good

Children are confident and happy in this warm and welcoming setting. They settle quickly and enjoy the time they spend with this kind and encouraging childminder. Children form close bonds with the childminder and show her lots of affection. For example, they hug her when she tells them they are going to make cakes.

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The provision is good

Children demonstrate that they feel comfortable and familiar with the layout of the main play area. They independently choose their own toys and activities and happily involve the childminder in their play and conversations.

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The provision is good

The childminder encourages a love of books. Children freely choose books to look at and share with each other. They excitedly take books to the childminder to read to them. Children are familiar with the stories and confidently join in with repeated phrases. They ask the childminder, 'can we read books while we're waiting?', as she prepares the table for lunch. The children regularly visit the local library.

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The provision is good

Children behave well and interact positively with each other. They happily share their ideas and take turns with the toys and resources. Children show respect for the childminder and enjoy the responsibilities she gives them. They excitedly ask the childminder, 'can I be the waiter today?'

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need to do better?

n Children benefit from the childminder's secure understanding of the curriculum and how children learn. She uses this knowledge to plan and deliver a balanced curriculum and supports children to make good progress in all areas of learning. n The childminder uses effective methods of assessing children's development and identifying any gaps in their learning. She monitors children's learning closely and shares this with parents. The childminder knows children well and uses their interests to provide motivating activities for them to engage in. Children show a cheerful outlook to their learning and enjoy the activities the childminder offers. For example, they shout 'yes, we're going out into the garden!' and rush to put their coats on. n Parents talk about how much their children love attending this 'home-from- home' setting. They comment on how children flourish with the childminder. Parents say they take great comfort in knowing their children are happy and are

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always safe with the childminder. Parents talk about their children being in a strong position for starting school. n In the main, the childminder supports children's emerging communication and language skills well. She narrates their play, comments on what they are doing, and engages in meaningful conversations with children. She asks children questions to check their understanding of unfamiliar words and skilfully

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need to do better?

13 February 2023 introduces new vocabulary. For example, the childminder talks about and explains 'melting' as she makes cakes with the children. However, she sometimes misses opportunities to ensure all children participate in group discussions. This means that, occasionally, not all children share their thoughts and ideas. n The childminder provides a calm learning environment and has a patient and caring approach. This results in children feeling emotionally secure. She consistently praises children and encourages them to persevere when activities become a little difficult. Children benefit from the positive language the childminder uses and demonstrate a sense of pride in their achievements. They use phrases such as 'Yes, I did it' and 'I can do it. It's easy peasy'. n Children with additional needs and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported well. The childminder understands the

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importance of working with parents and professionals to ensure all children move forward in their learning and development in a timely manner. However, she has not established strong partnerships with other providers to share information about the children in order to consolidate their learning. n The childminder provides an exciting range of opportunities for children to explore and learn about their local area. Children regularly visit the park and the beach and go for rides on the open-top bus. These experiences help to deepen children's knowledge and inspire them to develop a sense of curiosity about the world in which they live.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a clear understanding of how to keep children safe. She knows the signs and symptoms to look for and what actions to take regarding the welfare of children in her care. The childminder ensures her safeguarding training is up to date. She understands her responsibility to report concerns, including any allegations that might be made against her or her family. She keeps her home free of hazards and teaches children how to keep themselves safe and healthy. The childminder follows clear policies and procedures to ensure children are always supervised, both inside and outside and during outings.

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should:

n make the most of all opportunities to support children to express themselves confidently in group situations n develop partnerships with other providers so that information about children's development is shared to consolidate their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2605263 Local authority Dorset Inspection number 10263506 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 3 Number of children on roll 10 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in November 2020. She operates from her home in Weymouth, Dorset. The childminder works Monday to Thursday, from 8am to 5pm. The childminder has a level 3 qualification.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder 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 inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The childminder joined the inspector on a learning walk and talked to the inspector about their curriculum and what they want their children to learn. n Children spoke to the inspector during the inspection. n The inspector observed interactions between the childminder and children. n The inspector viewed feedback from parents. n The inspector talked to the childminder about how she supports children with SEND.

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Inspection activities

13 February 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

13 February 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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