Childminder in Hampshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 6 July 2015 14 March 2011

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Good 2 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 are happy and settled in the welcoming environment, which supports their well-being effectively. The childminder organises the resources well to enable children to choose what they want to play with. She has a picture library to ensure all children know what is available.  The childminder develops children's communication and language skills well through regular discussions and reading stories together.  The childminder protects children well as she has a good understanding of her role and responsibility to keep children safe. She is confident in the referral process should she have a concern about a child's welfare. She minimises potential hazards within the home and garden, and on outings, enabling children to play safely.  The childminder has effective partnerships with parents. She keeps parents informed of the children's activities and play experiences, which enable parents to extend their

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always provide challenge and extend children's learning by building on their interests as they play.

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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

 take every opportunity to follow and build upon children's interests as they arise during their play and exploration to provide challenge and extend their learning.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the childminder's home and garden.  The inspector talked to the childminder and the children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector took account of parents' views in written testimonials.  The inspector sampled a range of records, policies and procedures.  The inspector viewed all the rooms children use.

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who attend. This is good

Children demonstrate their confidence as they happily use the environment and generally determine their own play. The quality of teaching is good. Children enthusiastically engage in planned activities and in independent play. During the inspection, children sat comfortably and listened intently to stories. They answered questions excitedly and confidently counted the fish in the story. The childminder effectively extended this activity. Children talked about rock pools and developed their imaginations as they used a range of different materials to make one, which brought the story to life. Children learn about the outdoor world as they explore the garden. Some children noticed spiders and alerted the childminder to what they had found. However, the childminder did not fully take up the opportunity to follow this interest to develop children's learning further. The childminder knows the children well. She regularly observes and assesses children's progress and

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who attend. This is good

tracks their achievements, which enables her to identify and respond to their individual needs quickly.

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good

Children feel safe and secure and are eager to learn. The childminder is clear and consistent in the way she promotes good behaviour. She gently reminds children about sharing and taking turns, and encourages them to follow instructions. This helps children to learn what is expected of them and prepares them well for school. Children learn about healthy lifestyles. They enjoy fresh air and develop physical skills as they delight in the challenging and enjoyable activities the childminder provides for them outdoors. Children learn about good hygiene procedures. They wash their hands before meals and use individual wipes to help prevent the spread of infection.

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provision is good

The childminder has a good awareness of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and meets them well. She evaluates her practice and identifies areas for improvement. She has addressed previous recommendations, which demonstrates her capacity to improve continually. She includes parents in the evaluation process, and all report that they are very happy with the care and education their children receive. Some parents feel that the childminder 'translates their family values and traditions', which helps children to feel a good sense of belonging. The childminder keeps up-to-date with current issues. She attends local meetings and uses local authority and childminder 'blogs' to extend her knowledge and understanding further. The childminder maintains comprehensive development records for all children. She checks children's achievements on a termly basis, and discusses and agrees children's next steps in learning with parents.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY348637 Local authority Hampshire Inspection number 828557 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 14 March 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2007. She lives in Aldershot, Hampshire. The childminder works Monday to Friday during term time only. The childminder holds a relevant childcare qualification at level 3.

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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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