Childminder in Bracknell Forest

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Good

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The provision is good

Children form close attachments with the childminder and show good levels of emotional well-being. The childminder spends time settling new children into her home and builds strong relationships with them. She knows the children in her care well, including what makes them unique. The childminder is responsive to the children, offering cuddles and reassurance where needed. Children are very settled and confident learners. They demonstrate that they feel safe by moving independently around the childminder's home to find what they want to play with.

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The provision is good

Children behave well and demonstrate a positive attitude to learning. The childminder has high expectations for their behaviour and conduct. For instance, she teaches children the importance of using good manners and sitting at a table when eating. Children voluntarily use 'please' and 'thank you' during their play. When they occasionally struggle to manage their feelings, the childminder quickly distracts them, such as encouraging them to make 'cups of tea'.

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The provision is good

Children make good progress from their starting points. The childminder joins in with their play and uses effective techniques to check what they know. For example, as children play with dolls, she asks them to name the body parts. Toddlers confidently name ears, nose, mouth and nose and point to these.

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need to do better?

n The childminder places a strong focus on supporting children's communication and language development. For example, she regularly repeats words and provides a dialogue throughout activities. Children talk with confidence to the childminder who listens with interest to what they have to say. n The childminder interacts well with children. She uses effective questioning to check what they know and identify misconceptions. For instance, as children play with bricks, she asks them to name the colours. When children answer incorrectly, she corrects them and repeats the colours. This helps them to remember more and gain further knowledge. n The childminder is in tune with children's individual capabilities. She observes and assesses them to help identify what they need to learn next. However, at times, she interrupts their play and engagement to move them on to other activities. This does not allow them the time to follow their interests and extend

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need to do better?

their own learning through play. n The childminder is a good role model. She has a gentle approach and communicates respectfully with children. Children show confidence and are keen to engage with the childminder as they take part in activities. n Children are friendly, and they behave well. The childminder is always close by to offer them support and reassurance as they play and test out new skills and

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30 May 2024 learning. She uses gentle words and gives simple, clear explanations, making sure that children understand the reason why some behaviours are not acceptable. For example, she explains to children that it is not safe to walk around the room while eating and drinking. n The childminder has developed good relationships with parents. She gathers a wealth of information from them prior to the children starting. This information is used by the childminder to help children to settle and to make sure learning opportunities meet their current needs and interests. Regular face-to-face discussions enable her to share information with parents about their children's learning and development. n The childminder supports children's overall health and well-being effectively. Children benefit from regular fresh air and exercise through visits to the park and playing in the childminder's garden. They are encouraged to make healthy

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food choices and follow good hygiene practice, such as washing their hands before meals. n The childminder has completed all mandatory training to ensure that she has a good knowledge and understanding of how to promote children's safety and welfare. She has good links with other professionals, including other childminders. They meet regularly to discuss changes in legislation and practice issues. This enables the childminder to evaluate her practice and continually drive for improvement.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

There is an open and positive culture around safeguarding that puts children's interests first.

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should:

n enhance the support for children to explore their interests and develop their concentration.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 118970 Local authority Bracknell Forest Inspection number 10346917 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 6 Number of children on roll 2 Date of previous inspection 24 August 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1977 and lives in the Birch Hill area of Bracknell, Berkshire. She operates for most of the year, from 9am to 5.30pm, Tuesday to Thursday. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder has 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 her evaluation of the childminder. n The inspector carried out a learning walk to discuss the childminder's curriculum, including how the childminder assesses and plans for children's learning. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and jointly assessed the impact this has on children's learning and personal development with the childminder. n The inspector spoke with the childminder and the children at appropriate times throughout the inspection. The inspector also discussed the arrangements for safeguarding children and the childminder's reporting procedures. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through the written feedback that was provided.

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Inspection activities

30 May 2024 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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30 May 2024 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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