Childminder in Hampshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 5 March 2015 8 April 2014

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Previous inspection: Inadequate 4 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend Requires improvement The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Good 2

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The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Requires improvement The setting does not meet legal requirements for early years settings

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This provision requires improvement. It is not yet good because:

 The childminder does not consistently use information from observations to identify precise and accurate next steps in children’s development. This means the activities provided do not always target the support children need to make progress in their learning.  There are fewer opportunities to encourage children to take an interest in books to support their language and communication skills.

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It has the following strengths

 Children form positive relationships with the childminder. This helps them to settle quickly and to make good progress in their learning.  Partnerships with parents are positive. As a result, the childminder provides routines for children which are the same as those they follow at home.  The provider has completed a number of training courses and workshops since her previous inspection. This has motivated her to make the necessary improvements and these have had a positive impact on children's learning and safety.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage the provider must:

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 make better use of the information gathered through observations to accurately identify, and plan for, what children need to learn next.

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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

 make better use of books and other activities which support children's developing language skills.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the childminder interacting with the children and assessed how well children make progress in their learning and development.  The inspector discussed the activities provided with the childminder to evaluate the quality and impact of teaching.  The inspector looked at a range of documentation including photographs, observations and tracking records.

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who attend. This requires improvement

The childminder completes regular observations on children and tracks their progress. However, she does not accurately identify how to support children’s continued learning needs. This restricts her from being able to accurately identify and plan for children’s next stages in learning and help them make progress. The resources are set out at low level, including a range of books, which encourages children to explore. However, there are fewer opportunities for younger children to engage in planned activities to develop their interest in books and to support their language skills. The childminder provides a range of activities to promote children’s development across all areas of learning, taking into account their interests and developmental needs. For example, they create and design their own cards for Mother’s Day and the childminder supports them in writing their name. The childminder is proactive in finding and planning activities that she knows will interest

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who attend. This requires improvement

and enthuse the children. As a result, they are motivated to learn.

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good

The childminder forms a positive relationship with children in her care. This enables them to feel safe and secure. For example, babies explore their environment, returning to the childminder for reassurance placing their head on her knees. The childminder comforts babies by giving them cuddles and they respond by snuggling into her. Positive body language and continual praise and encouragement enable children to develop their confidence and self-esteem. For example, when babies are learning to walk around the furniture, the childminder supports this well and celebrates their achievements. Babies respond with a big smile. Children’s dietary needs are discussed with parents. This enables the childminder to be aware of their individual needs. The childminder’s home is set out attractively and is well organised to meet the developmental needs of children of different ages. Children are learning independence skills in readiness for school. For example, they

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good

are encouraged to put their shoes and coats on when going out and indicate when they need to use the bathroom.

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provision requires improvement

The childminder demonstrates a secure understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage requirements. She has addressed all areas identified at the previous inspection. The childminder regularly reviews her practice to help her identify areas for future development. For example, she has begun to reorganise the outdoor play area to provide learning opportunities through imaginary play by developing a 'mud kitchen'. The childminder continues to develop her understanding of the ways she plans for and monitors children’s learning and development. She has completed safeguarding training and fire safety training. Through discussion, she demonstrates a clear understanding of how to support children’s welfare. She regularly checks her home to make sure it is safe for children. The childminder supervises children well. This ensures that children are protected from harm.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 510562 Local authority Hampshire Inspection number 1007986 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 8 April 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1995. She lives with her two adult children in Bordon, Hampshire. She is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The ground floor areas of the house are predominantly used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden for outdoor play. The childminder has five children on roll. Two children are in the early years age group. The childminder provides a service all year round on week days.

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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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