Childminder in West Berkshire

Overall effectiveness Inadequate

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

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The provision is inadequate

Weaknesses in the childminder's understanding of the information she needs to share with Ofsted compromise the children's safety. However, this does not have a significant impact on the quality of education the children receive.

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The provision is inadequate

Children are enthusiastic learners and curious about their environment. The childminder gives children an array of experiences to support them to explore the world that they live in. For example, they go on walks to feed the ducks and sit by the water to watch a narrowboat prepare to leave. The childminder and children hold back and forth conversations about what they are doing to enable them to leave, such as untying the big rope that holds the narrowboat in place. This supports children to develop a good understanding of the world and build on their speech and language skills.

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The provision is inadequate

The childminder is consistent when reinforcing the expectations of children's behaviour. Consequently, children behave well and follow the rules and boundaries that are in place. The childminder talks to the children respectfully and values their thoughts and opinions. She asks them questions to help them recall information about what they have enjoyed doing. For instance, while having an afternoon snack, they all sit together and discuss what they enjoyed most about the day. The childminder's considered questions prompt children to remember the activities they engaged in, such as going to the park, and listening to a story. Children relive their experiences, which helps them to consolidate their learning.

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need to do better?

n The childminder does not have a secure enough understanding of the early years foundation stage (EYFS) to ensure she identifies breaches to requirements. She has failed to notify Ofsted of changes to household members and provide important information to ensure that the relevant suitability checks can be carried out. This has a significant impact on leadership and management, and the safety and well-being of the children. n The curriculum in place is well considered and supports children's learning. It is fluid and changes in accordance with the children's specific learning needs. The childminder has a good understanding of the children's individual development needs. Through her careful observations and assessments, she understands where children need support. She provides children with next step goals that are achievable. Children are thriving in their learning and making the progress that they are capable of.

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need to do better?

n The childminder teaches the children the importance of keeping themselves safe. She discusses the importance of wearing sun cream and hats in warm weather. She talks to children about the importance of keeping hydrated and

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need to do better?

4 July 2024 drinking water throughout the day. The childminder encourages children to be aware of their surroundings and look out for dangers. For instance, when walking outside, the childminder talks to children about listening carefully for vehicles. Children listen and identify approaching vehicles. They discuss why they must be extra vigilant to listen for electric cars as they are not as noisy. Children develop strong foundations to recognise dangers. n Overall, children follow good hygiene procedures in the main routines throughout the day. The childminder talks to the children about being healthy. Children wash their hands and face using a warm flannel before meals and have awareness of personal hygiene. However, at times, children that are capable are not always supported to further develop their independence. For example, sometimes the childminder does things for them that they could do themselves,

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need to do better?

such as wiping their nose. This does not fully support children to develop their self-care skills and learn to do things for themselves. n The childminder enthusiastically reads to children, which helps them develop a love of books. Children listen intently to her as she reads, and she brings the story to life by changing the tone of her voice and making different sounds to reflect the differing characters. This keeps children focused and interested, and they become increasingly engrossed. The childminder uses props for the children to use to act out the story as she reads. Children are learning the structure of stories and that books carry meaning and give them information. n Parent partnership is important to the childminder. She always makes time to share valuable information about what the children have been learning and their care routines. Parents are keen to share that they are happy with the care and

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need to do better?

support they and their children receive. They express that their children enjoy their time in the childminder's homely environment.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are not effective.

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Safeguarding

There is not an open and positive culture around safeguarding that puts children's interests first.

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Due date

ensure that Ofsted is provided with all the information necessary to complete the required suitability checks for household members 31/07/2024

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Due date

4 July 2024 develop a thorough knowledge and understanding of the EYFS, to ensure that statutory requirements are met. 31/07/2024

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should:

n develop knowledge of how to further promote good hygiene and extend children's self-care skills.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY276349 Local authority West Berkshire Inspection number 10351212 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 11 Date of previous inspection 16 October 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2004. She lives in Purley on Thames, Reading, Berkshire. She operates her service from Monday to Friday, all year round. The childminder holds a level 3 childcare qualification. The childminder receives funding for the provision of free early education for children aged two, three and four years.

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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 childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure it is safe and suitable. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises their early years provision, including the aims and rationale for their curriculum. n Children spoke to with the inspector during the inspection. n The inspector carried out a joint observation of an outdoor activity with the childminder. n The inspector spoke to several parents during the inspection and took account of their views. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and reviewed evidence of the suitability of household members.

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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

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