Childminder EY545383

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n The childminder explains how she promotes children's learning and development through the curriculum she has devised. She describes how she uses children's interests and daily activities to teach them the skills necessary for future learning. For instance, the childminder illustrates how she employs cooking and baking to help children build their confidence in using equipment, following recipes and listening to instructions. She describes how she actively engages children in hands-on experiences, ensuring they gain practical knowledge and skills. n The childminder demonstrates her knowledge of all areas of learning. She describes how she uses a range of resources to promote different aspects of learning. For example, the childminder explains how she uses number songs to support children's developing understanding of mathematics, singing '10 Little Monkeys'. She talks about how she likes to make learning fun by encouraging

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children to dance while they sing. n The childminder knows the importance of developing children's communication and language skills. She describes how she uses books to expand children's exposure to new vocabulary as well as fostering their love of reading. The childminder has a range of books that she explains she uses for children to read. She talks about how she lets children borrow books to support families in sharing stories together at home. n The childminder explains how she ensures children get the physical exercise that they need. She describes how she takes children on walks to the park and encourages them to use play equipment to build up their muscles. n The childminder knows how assessment supports children's development and progress. She says that she wants to know their level of development by working with parents. When children first arrive, she explains how she collects information from parents and uses these to plan and identify children's next

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steps. n The childminder explains how she supports children's behaviour through positive approaches. For instance, she explains that children need to feel safe and know they are loved. The childminder describes how she demonstrates caring and sharing with children. If children display challenging behaviour, the childminder explains how she calmly supports their behaviour by discussing and explaining the impact their behaviour has on others. She describes how she collaborates with parents to find supportive strategies to guide children's behaviour positively. n The childminder demonstrates her knowledge and intention to support children's personal and social development. She has resources like steps to help children access sinks to wash their hands independently. The childminder describes how she helps children learn to make friends and take turns when playing games. n The childminder failed in her legal duty to report a significant event to Ofsted.

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This provision meets requirements

Despite this, there was no impact on the welfare of children. However, she has demonstrated her understanding of the information she must share with Ofsted in the required timescales.

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This provision meets requirements

22 January 2025 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 EY545383 Local authority Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole Inspection number 10381486 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1 Date of previous inspection 10 December 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in August 2017. She is based in Bournemouth. The childminder offers childcare Monday to Saturday, from 8am to 6pm, all year.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises their early years provision, including the aims and rationale for their early years foundation stage curriculum. 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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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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22 January 2025 22 January 2025 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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