Childminder in Hampshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 7 July 2015 14 January 2015

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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 Requires improvement 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's recently introduced procedures for obtaining information from parents to assess what children can and cannot do when they first start with her are not yet embedded. No new children have started recently, so it is too early to see the impact of this system.  The childminder does not encourage parents and other early years settings to share information to help her assess children's progress.  The childminder lacks understanding of what action to take if an allegation was made about her or a household member.

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It has the following strengths

 Children's language and communication skills are well-developed. The childminder models clear language and encourages children to express their thoughts and ideas.  The childminder effectively supports children to develop their independence and self- care skills through daily practices such as taking off their shoes and washing their hands before eating. This means children have the necessary skills they need to look after themselves when they start school.  Children form strong, positive attachments with the childminder. As a result, they are settled, self-assured and eager to learn.  The childminder provides a wide range of outings, such as to the beach and local farm shop, that promote children's interests and skills across all the areas of learning.

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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

 embed the new procedures for obtaining information from parents when a child first attends the setting to ensure every child makes at least good progress from their individual starting points  improve the arrangments for gathering information from parents and other early years settings to ensure children's learning and development needs are understood and consistently planned for  improve understanding of the action to be taken in the event of an allegation being made against the childminder or a household member.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the Childcare Register the provider must:

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 improve understanding of all issues of child protection and the procedures to safeguard children from neglect or abuse (compulsory part of the Childcare Register)  improve understanding of all issues of child protection and the procedures to safeguard children from neglect or abuse (voluntary part of the Childcare Register).

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching and the impact this has on children's learning, both inside and outside.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as assessment records, evidence of training and policies and procedures.  The inspector took account of written and verbal feedback from parents gathered during the inspection.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.

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who attend. This requires improvement

The childminder knows each child well and understands the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She follows children's interests, planning a varied programme of activities to promote their learning and development. Children initiate and develop their own ideas, such as when deciding to take their dolls for a walk in the well-resourced garden. The childminder completes written observations and assessments of children which are used to plan the next steps in their development. The childminder has positive relationships with parents. She provides them with a parents' guide, which clearly explains the areas of learning and makes sure they are kept up-to-date with children's achievements. However, she has only recently started seeking information from parents about what children can do, in order to guide her initial assessments. Parents and other early years settings children attend are not routinely asked to share what they know about

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who attend. This requires improvement

children's progress to help inform her assessments. As a result, the childminder cannot accurately monitor children's progress, or any gaps in their learning, to ensure they are sufficiently challenged.

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requires improvement

The environment is secure, warm and welcoming. The childminder completes regular risk assessments and helps children learn how to keep themselves safe. For example, she reminds them not to run when playing inside or to jump out of her vehicle. The childminder displays photographs and up-to-date information of planned activities, such as practising putting on their socks, planting runner beans and a trip to Woodside Gardens. This helps keep parents informed and enables children to recall events they have experienced. Children are confident, relaxed and clearly understand the setting's routines. They behave well, supported by the childminder who acts as a good role model and talks to children with kindness and respect. The childminder helps children learn ways to keep themselves healthy. She reminds them to wear sun hats when playing outside and encourages them to drink regularly from their water bottles. Before the inspection, she

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requires improvement

had not considered the impact of children sharing the same towels to dry their hands.

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provision requires improvement

The well-qualified childminder works very well with her co-childminder. She has recently completed relevant safeguarding training, understands her role in protecting children and the correct procedures to follow if she is concerned about children's safety. Whilst her safeguarding policy clearly shows the procedures to follow, she is less confident of what to do if concerns are raised about her or a household member. The childminder has a positive attitude to self-improvement. She knows her strengths and weaknesses, is highly motivated and is working diligently to improve the quality of her practice. She has welcomed support visits from an early years advisor and has started to attend targeted training to improve her skills and help develop her professional knowledge.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY258305 Local authority Hampshire Inspection number 1018200 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 11

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 14 January 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2003. She lives with her husband and two school-aged children in New Milton, Hampshire. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She works with her husband, who is also a registered childminder. There are currently 12 children on roll. Of these, five children are in the early years age group.

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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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