Childminder in Hampshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 21 January 2015 22 September 2010

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Satisfactory 3 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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This provision is good

 Children enjoy a broad variety of well-planned activities in the home and in the community relevant to their individual learning and development needs. This encourages good developmental progress across all areas of learning.  The childminder is particularly good at encouraging children's communication and language as she talks clearly, listens attentively and responds appropriately to them.  The childminder makes parents and children feel very welcome. Parents share important information about sleep, toileting and appetite which enables the childminder to meet individual physical care needs particularly well.  Good quality toys and books are displayed attractively in the clean and well-maintained home environment enabling children to safely make free choices in their play.  The childminder is enthusiastic about developing a high quality provision. She has undertaken a relevant home-based childcare qualification since her last inspection. This

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This provision is good

has enhanced the learning and development opportunities she provides for the children.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder gathers care and routine information when children first start, but not detailed development information to enable her to quickly assess their starting points and plan their learning from the earliest opportunity.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 seek more detailed development information from parents when a child joins the service to enable a clear understanding of developmental starting points.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector toured the premises and resources with the childminder.  The inspector observed the children and childminder at play.  The inspector examined records and documents provided by the childminder.  The inspector read comments from parents.  The inspector discussed the provider's self-evaluation process.

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who attend. This is good

Children benefit from a broad variety of well-planned activities, and easy access to high- quality toys and books enables them to make independent choices in their play. The childminder is attentive and encouraging. She promotes language very well. For example, she provides a clear commentary to actions and extends young children's single words into simple sentences. Children move around freely and undertake a variety of activities to encourage their physical development and promote their coordination and control. For example, young children develop small muscle skills as they turn the pages in a book or turn puzzle pieces to fit in the appropriate place. The childminder uses mathematical words to increase mathematical understanding from an early age. Children develop their social skills on outings in the community where they meet other adults and children, and begin to recognise the diversity of society. Development is carefully monitored in

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who attend. This is good

partnership with parents, and the two-year-old progress report is completed.

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good

The childminder is attentive and provides cuddles and comfort to make young children feel comfortable and important. She encourages positive behaviour through her calm and consistent manner. Older children help to make the house rules, and children are kind, well-mannered and polite. Good health is encouraged through the encouragement of daily physical activity, healthy eating and positive hygiene routines. Daily outdoor activity helps children experience fresh air and physical challenges. Parents supply healthy food which is stored effectively to keep it fresh and appetising. Regular nappy changing and hand- cleaning routines encourage awareness of good hygiene practices. Children begin to learn about how to keep themselves safe through conversations and activities. The childminder helps to prepare children for changes in their lives. She talks and provides relevant experiences that help emotionally prepare them for changes, for example, starting school.

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provision is good

The childminder carefully monitors each child's development in partnership with parents. This helps identify any concerns about their developmental progress. However, the starting information gathered start does not include sufficient information about children's development to help monitoring their progress from the earliest opportunity. Children's welfare is safeguarded well. The childminders is clear of the action to take if she is concerned about a child. She fully supervises children and the toys and environment are safe. Positive working relationships develop with parents and others carers to ensure continuity in children's care and learning. The childminder reflects on her work, including children's needs and parents' comments, to identify strengths and areas for development. This helps her provide a good quality service where children make good progress.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY395005 Local authority Hampshire Inspection number 992842 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 8

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 22 September 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2009 on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary part of the Childcare Register. She lives in Yately, Hampshire, with her husband and two children. Her service is offered every weekday. Times vary to meet individual need. The childminder has a level 3 qualification in Home Based Childcare.

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Telephone number

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted 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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Telephone number

procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. 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 Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, 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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Telephone number

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Telephone number

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

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