Childminder in Hampshire

Inspection date 7 November 2018 Previous inspection date 21 May 2018

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Inadequate 4 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 The childminder provides a happy and welcoming environment for the children to support their learning and development. n The childminder interacts well with the children to promote their learning. Children freely choose toys and equipment that interest them and they show great levels of concentration as they try new experiences. n The childminder knows the children well. She completes regular observations of what the children are doing and uses these effectively to plan activities to support their ongoing good progress. n The childminder has improved her practice well since the last inspection and has effectively addressed previous actions. For example, she has developed a secure understanding of up-to-date child protection issues in line with the Local Safeguarding Children Board procedures. n The childminder effectively shares information with parents that helps to provide a consistent approach to meeting children's care needs and supporting their ongoing

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n The childminder's reflection processes are not sharply focused on developing her professional knowledge and highlighting areas of her teaching that would benefit from further development. n The childminder does not seek precise information from parents about what children already know and can do from the outset, to identify accurate starting points in 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 explore ways to engage in professional development opportunities that focus more precisely on further developing knowledge and skills and raising the quality of teaching to an even higher level n gather more precise information from parents when children first start and consider their prior learning achievements fully when assessing individual children's starting points to inform future planning.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder. She discussed learning activities and assessed the quality and impact of teaching on the children's learning. n The inspector spoke with the childminder and the children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, including evidence of the suitability of all those living in the household. She also viewed records of children and discussed the childminder's policies. n The inspector took account of the parents' views through their written comments. n The inspector discussed the childminder's self-evaluation processes and plans for improvement.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is alert to signs that may indicate a cause for concern. She has a secure knowledge of recent changes to safeguarding matters, should a child be at risk of harm from extreme views, and has adapted her procedures accordingly. The childminder understands her safeguarding responsibilities and knows whom to contact should she have any concerns about a child in her care. The childminder completes regular observations of the children's learning, to track their development and to plan the next steps for their learning. The childminder uses her own reading and ongoing reflection to help identify areas to drive improvement.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder effectively monitors and reviews the children's progress to identify areas where they may need further support. Children are interested to learn as the childminder plans activities that are linked to their current interests. For example, children have lots of fun discovering and counting different animals they find in a tray. They enjoy making beds using straw for the animals. The childminder interacts effectively with children while they play and fosters communication and language skills well. She provides regular opportunities for children of all ages to explore with making marks and to practise early writing skills. The childminder ensures children have plenty of opportunities to play outside and engage in physical activities in the fresh air.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder forms close emotional relationships with children and provides them with a positive role model to copy. She supports their intimate care and ensures that they remain clean and comfortable. The childminder checks her home and resources regularly to help children remain safe and secure. Children behave well and have a good understanding of what the childminder expects. They learn to share and take turns, and be aware of others around them. The childminder helps children to develop early social skills. For example, children have regular opportunities to attend a local toddler group where they meet and interact with adults and children to form new friendships.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress and show that they are confident learners. They enthusiastically take part in activities and enjoy their time with the childminder. Children effectively develop the skills that prepare them for their future learning. The childminder encourages children to complete tasks for themselves. For example, younger children demonstrate independence as they wash their hands and develop the skills to dress and undress themselves. Toddlers are able to communicate their needs and start to form simple words.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY442212 Local authority Hampshire Inspection number 10079526 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 1 - 7 Total number of places 3 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 21 May 2018

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in Hartley Wintney, in Hook, Hampshire. She operates all year round. The childminder is also registered to care for children from the home of another registered childminder at a premises in Surrey.

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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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