Childminder in Hampshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 15 December 2015 30 January 2012

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder understands the importance of providing an inclusive environment, respecting children's differences so they feel welcome and valued.  The childminder recognises the benefit to children of working in partnership with parents and other professionals to share information and support children's progress.  The childminder understands how to help children prepare for starting school. She knows the importance of encouraging children to do things for themselves.  The childminder knows how to offer children challenging experiences based on their individual interests to help them make progress in learning.  The childminder has written policies to underpin her practice, including safeguarding. She understands the signs to be aware of and the procedures to follow to keep children safe.  The childminder knows how to promote children's good health and well-being. She understands the importance of teaching children about healthy eating and providing

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The provision meets requirements

them with regular fresh air and exercise.

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The provision meets requirements

There were no children present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no children present, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states whether the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector discussed the childminder's understanding of the requirements and how she will meet the children's learning and development needs.  The inspector observed how the childminder maintains a safe and welcoming environment for children.  The inspector reviewed the childminder's documentation including suitability checks, training certificates and policies.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY365660 Local authority Hampshire Inspection number 813075 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 30 January 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2007. She lives in Fareham, Hampshire. She provides care from Monday to Friday from 7.30am to 6pm for 45 weeks each year. There were no children on roll at the time of this inspection.

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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

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Telephone number

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