Childminder in Hampshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 10 December 2015 5 May 2010

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This inspection: Good 2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2

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This provision is good

 The childminder accurately observes and assesses children's progress to identify and plan for their future learning needs. She challenges children to learn through a broad range of activities, which prepares them well for moving on to school.  Children form close bonds with the childminder. The childminder praises children for their achievements, which helps increase their self-esteem, confidence and emotional well-being.  The childminder shares written and verbal information with parents to help them support their children's learning at home.  The childminder develops her practice through training and research, which has a positive impact on children's learning experiences and means they make good progress.  The childminder completes detailed risk assessments for all areas of her home and garden. She takes appropriate steps to minimise potential risks and keep children safe from harm.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always gather enough information about children's learning when they first start at the setting, to know children's level of achievement and track their progress right from the beginning.  The childminder does not always make the most of opportunities for children to develop an early understanding about diversity and the wider world.

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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

 gather more detailed information about children's learning when they first start at the setting, to know children's level of achievement and track their progress right from the start  strengthen opportunities for children to gain a greater awareness of the wider world and learn about the similarities and differences among people.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector held discussions with the childminder and children throughout the inspection.  The inspector observed the interaction between the childminder and children during activities.  The inspector viewed the areas of the premises used for childminding.  The inspector looked at a range of documentation, including policies and procedures, risk assessments and the children's learning and assessment records.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder attends regular safeguarding training and has a good understanding of child protection procedures. She knows what action to take if she has concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder regularly evaluates her provision to identify areas for improvement. She has effectively addressed the recommendations from the last inspection. For example, she regularly seeks the views of parents to help her improve the quality of her practice. She works closely with other early years professionals to promote continuity in children's care and learning. The childminder closely monitors children's learning to help identify and address any gaps in their learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The quality of teaching is good. The children are very keen to involve the childminder in their play. The childminder uses this opportunity to help young children discover solutions to problems. For example, she sensitively encourages children to turn and examine pieces of puzzles to investigate if they fit. The childminder effectively promotes children's literacy skills. For instance, children enjoy books and stories and have opportunities to visit the library. The childminder supports young children to develop their early communication skills. For example, she listens to children and actively responds to initiate conversations. Children have fun and enjoy pressing buttons on programmable toys. They develop an understanding of numbers and shapes throughout daily routines and activities.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children confidently move around the environment. They independently choose their preferred activities from a range of age-appropriate resources. Children behave well and learn to socialise with others through a wide variety of enjoyable experiences, including visiting groups in the local community. They learn to share, take turns and to be kind to their friends. Children learn how to keep themselves safe. For instance, they regularly take part in evacuation procedures and learn about road safety. Children have good opportunities for daily fresh air and physical exercise. For example, they enjoy playing outdoors in the garden, as well as walks and regular visits to local parks. The childminder works closely with parents to meet children's care, health and dietary needs. For example, she provides well-balanced meals, promotes their good hygiene and offers them plenty of active play.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children, including those who are learning additional languages, are making good progress from their initial starting points. They actively gain the skills and attitudes they need for their future learning and are well prepared for school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY394443 Local authority Hampshire Inspection number 830584 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 6 Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 3

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2009. She co-minds with another childminder in the co- childminder's home in Fleet, in Hampshire. The provision operates from Monday to Friday, from 7.30am to 6pm, all year round.

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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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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