Childminder in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

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

The childminder has created a welcoming, homely setting. Children separate easily from parents when they arrive, showing that they feel safe and secure. Parents are confident that their children are well cared for, as the childminder provides them with 'peace of mind'. Children settle quickly, as the childminder finds out about family home routines and mirrors them. The childminder attends to every child's needs and children feel loved and valued. Children here have good self-esteem and are confident in their play as they persist with problem-solving toys. For example, children are resilient when using the shape sorter until they get it right. They show obvious pride at their success and the childminder praises them. Babies are eager to join in with the celebration and clap their hands joyfully.

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The provision is good

The childminder has high expectations for children's behaviour. She is a good role model, so children learn to share resources, take turns and are respectful to each other. Older children pass toys to younger children that they think they will like. Children are curious and have a good attitude to learning. The childminder supports all children to reach their milestones. She tracks the progress of children and shares this with parents.

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need to do better?

n The childminder provides a rich variety of activities covering all areas of learning. By frequently checking understanding, she is careful to ensure that children are comfortable with simple concepts before moving on to something more challenging. Therefore, the teaching is well sequenced and children's knowledge is embedded. She shares this learning with parents who can report on what their child can do at home. n Children learn about hygiene, and they know that they must wash their hands before meals. However, the childminder does not always promote independence in children's self-care, such as encouraging them to cover their mouths when they cough to prevent the spread of germs. n The children enjoy regular outings to the park and library and the childminder uses this time to teach them about the world around them. When they get home, the childminder builds on what they have seen and who they have met.

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For example, she encourages the children to draw pictures of the rainbow they have seen and to talk about the different colours. n The childminder encourages children to count items they are playing with. Younger children can count small quantities confidently. The childminder displays numbers in many areas of her setting so that the children can begin to link the number to numeral. n Diversity is celebrated and each child is beginning to learn what makes them unique. This promotes the children's self-esteem and learning about life in

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need to do better?

9 May 2023 modern Britain. The childminder promotes British values and describes how every child in her care has the right to be heard and their opinion taken into account. n When singing familiar songs, the childminder encourages children to use props to engage them further. For example, babies love to cuddle toy frogs and the childminder offers older children frog masks when singing a song about them. The children sing familiar songs to improve their language skills. n Parents report that they have regular communication with the childminder and know how their children are progressing. However, sometimes, the childminder does not fully support parents to help children become more independent, such as by using age-appropriate beakers. n Children enjoy the opportunities to develop their physical development. They confidently climb and crawl under the large apparatus in the garden. Inside, the childminder encourages the children to build strength in their fingers using play

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need to do better?

dough, where the children pat, squeeze and roll. This supports children with early literacy skills like holding a pen. n The childminder reflects on her provision and makes changes to improve outcomes for children. For example, she created a cosy reading corner on the floor so babies and older children can enjoy the space together.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a thorough knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures. She can identify the signs and symptoms which may indicate that a child is at risk of harm and knows who to contact if she has concerns for a child's welfare. The childminder checks the premises and minimises any hazards to children. She helps children learn to take and manage risks. For example, she reminds older children how to safely navigate steps down into the garden. She attends regular training to ensure her knowledge is up to date and takes advantage of online webinars.

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should:

n support children to be more independent with self-care routines n consider ways to help parents support their children's learning at home even further.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2633736 Local authority Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole Inspection number 10285985 Type of provision Childminder Registers Early Years Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 3 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2021. She lives in Bournemouth, Dorset. The childminder is available to care for children Tuesday and Wednesday from 7.30am to 6pm and Thursday from 12.30pm to 6pm. She is open all year round and receives funding to provide free early education for children aged three and four years.

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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 childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the childminder. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure it is safe and suitable. n The childminder and the inspector completed a learning walk together to discuss the childminder's intentions for children's learning. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

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

9 May 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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