Botoman, Elena Ramona

Childminder

Unique reference number (URN): 2774677 Registered with Ofsted: 12/03/2024 Registers: EYR

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Leadership and governance Expected standard

The childminder has secure knowledge of her responsibility to maintain statutory duties in compliance with the early years foundation stage. She demonstrates a reflective approach and has effective systems in place to continuously develop her practice. The childminder is committed to improving her understanding of how to meet children's individual needs. She observes children regularly and monitors their progress closely to enhance their experiences. For example, she has previously promoted developing physical skills through swimming and building social skills, when visiting local amenities and playgroups.

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Leadership and governance Expected standard

Through discussion, the childminder explains the importance of establishing trusting and caring relationships with children. She works closely with parents and offers children individual settling-in schedules so they feel safe and secure. The childminder discusses her approach to managing children's behaviour and how to support their regulation. She explains how she will support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and any other barriers to their learning. She demonstrates a firm understanding of strategies to support children, such as using visual time tables and adapting the environment. The childminder explains how she will work closely with professionals and

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About this setting

Registration date: 12/03/2024 develop her knowledge of SEND through further training. This aims to ensure she offers an inclusive environment to all children.

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About this setting

The childminder explains the robust systems in place to encourage and monitor children's attendance. She maintains excellent links with other childminders, the local authority and belongs to professional organisations. This provides opportunity to attend regular training, forums and receive the most up-to-date information. This ensures the childminder deepens her professional knowledge and enhances her teaching further.

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About this inspection

The inspector spoke with the childminder during the inspection.

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About this inspection

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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About this inspection

There were no early years children present at the time of this inspection. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with leaders and an inspection of the premises, equipment, and any relevant documentation. When there are no early years children present, inspectors only evaluate and grade leadership and governance as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess the impact on children of other evaluation areas. Register(s): EYR

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About this inspection

Operating hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday : 09:00 - 15:00

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Facts and figures used on inspection

This data was available to the inspector at the time of the inspection.

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Exceptional

Practice is exceptional: of the highest standard nationally. Other settings can learn from it.

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Strong standard

The setting reaches a strong standard. Leaders are working above the standard expected of them.

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Expected standard

The setting is fulfilling the expected standard of education and/or care. This means they are following the standard set out in statutory and non ‑ statutory legislation and the professional standards expected of them.

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Needs attention

The expected standards are not met but leaders are likely able to make the necessary improvements.

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Urgent improvement

The setting needs to make urgent improvements to provide the expected standard of education and/or care.

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Urgent improvement

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Urgent improvement

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