Childminder EY501787

Inspection date 6 September 2018 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Not applicable Effectiveness of leadership and management Good 2 Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2 Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2 Outcomes for children Good 2

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The provision is good

n Children benefit from a welcoming, well-organised learning environment. They move around the home safely and easily choose from a wide selection of equipment and resources indoors and outside in the garden. n The childminder shows great compassion and warmth towards the children. She is gentle and kind in her interactions and provides regular reassuring cuddles and encouragement. Children respond very well and are socially confident, emotionally secure and happy in her care. n Children are encouraged to explore actively the stimulating environment that the childminder provides. As a result, children engage in planned and spontaneous learning experiences. n Partnerships with parents are good. Effective open communication is well established between parents and the childminder. Children are reassured by continuity in their care and learning. For instance, parents share daily verbal updates to ensure children's

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n Occasionally, the childminder does not consider how children of different ages can be fully involved when taking part in planned activities together. n The childminder does not consistently track children's progress precisely enough to identify quickly when a child may need further support for more specific aspects of their learning.

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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

n support fully the involvement of children of different ages when they take part in planned activities together n strengthen the assessment process further to accurately and precisely monitor children's progress in their learning and development.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector viewed the areas of the childminder's home used by children. n The inspector observed children taking part in activities with the childminder and assessed the impact this has on their learning. n The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection. The inspector carried out a joint evaluation of the teaching and learning with the childminder. n The inspector spoke with parents and took account of their views. n The inspector sampled some of the childminder's paperwork and records, including policies and children's learning journals, and reviewed the suitability of persons living and working in the household.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder completes regular child protection training and understands the procedures that she must follow to report any concerns about a child's welfare. She regularly updates her knowledge of safeguarding practice and keeps well informed of all legislative changes and local authority updates. The childminder risk assesses her premises and environment to enable her to identify and address any potential hazards. Children play and learn in safe and secure surroundings. The childminder regularly meets up with other childminders. They hold discussions and share good practice ideas. She welcomes the views of parents and children to support her self-evaluation.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children make good progress in their communication and language skills. The childminder uses clear and simple language when talking to younger children, engages children in meaningful discussions and encourages them to pronounce words correctly. The childminder provides opportunities for children to develop their early mathematical skills. For example, she uses props when reading a story, encourages the children to order the animals by size and discusses their position. The childminder skilfully models learning through her interactions. Children watch how to complete new tasks and independently attempt to mirror the actions that they witness. For example, children learn to roll dough into long shapes, contributing to their good physical coordination and concentration.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Settling-in arrangements are effective and familiar routines help children to feel secure. The childminder is courteous and models respectful behaviour. Children enjoy a wealth of outings. They mix with a range of new friends at local toddler groups. Children of different ages play together and develop good social skills. The childminder manages effectively children's behaviour. She reinforces the expectations and encourages children to follow appropriate rules. Children learn to share and be kind to each other through their interactions. Children play actively in the garden as they practise scooting around the patio area. They enjoy healthy snacks and consistently follow hygiene routines. This helps to promote their good health.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress from their starting points. They acquire necessary skills and prepare well for their next stage in learning. Children communicate with ease. They understand instructions and demonstrate good vocabulary. Children are eager to complete tasks for themselves. For instance, they locate their shoes and attempt to put these on prior to going outdoors. Children develop good independent self-care skills.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY501787 Local authority Hampshire Inspection number 10057197 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 1 - 5 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Romsey, Hampshire. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Tuesday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides funded early education for two-year-old children.

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Registers

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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Registers

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