Childminder in Portsmouth

Inspection date 1 May 2019 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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This provision is good

n The childminder provides a welcoming and friendly environment for the children. She reflects on her practice and is aware of the strengths and the areas to develop. She has plans in place to address these areas to improve outcomes for children further. n The childminder knows children well. She uses information gained from when they start as a baseline and plans fun and interesting activities that follow children's interests. All children are making good progress for their age and stage of development. n The childminder works well with parents. They appreciate how flexible the childminder is and the range of experiences she offers their children. For example, taking them to music and singing groups, parks and the beach each day. n The childminder has close bonds with children. They look to her for reassurance and comfort, which she gives them immediately. This supports children's emotional well- being.

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This provision is good

n The childminder uses an accurate observation and assessment process. She knows where the children are in their learning and plans for their next steps effectively. Children are ready for the next stage in their learning and for school. n Although the childminder successfully communicates with parents, sometimes she does not always provide sufficient information about the curriculum. This means, occasionally, parents may not always have a precise awareness of their child's learning and development. n Sometimes, behaviour management strategies are not always used consistently to support all children.

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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 develop the links with parents to give them an even more precise understanding of their child's learning and development n enhance the strategies used for behaviour management to ensure that consistent messages are given to help children learn.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

n The inspector observed the quality of teaching and the support for children's learning during activities inside and outside. n The inspector assessed how well the childminder understands and implements policies, and how she monitors children's learning. n The inspector carried out a joint observation to assess how well the childminder monitors the quality of teaching. n The inspector talked to parents over the telephone and to children during the inspection, and took their views into account. n The inspector looked at a range of documentation, including accident records and children's learning journals.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The childminder has accessed ongoing training to support her in her role. She keeps herself updated with changing legislation by attending regular local authority training. The childminder knows the signs and symptoms to look out for if a child may be suffering from abuse. She understands the process she must follow, including any allegation made against herself. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of how to assess risks to keep children safe. She teaches children how to identify hazards themselves in order to protect them from harm. For example, children know why they must wash their hands after handling the rabbit. The childminder has made good links with other settings that she shares the care of children with. She regularly shares key information with them to ensure they are working on the same areas to support the children's learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder understands how children learn. She supports them to gain communication and language skills well. For example, she repeats the correct pronunciation of a word to allow children to hear it spoken correctly. The childminder follows the interests of the children easily. For example, they make gingerbread men, and then very quickly the sofa turns into a 'den' where children snuggle among the cushions to eat them. Children know they can use any of the resources both inside and outside. The childminder teaches children mathematical skills well. For example, children measure out ingredients using scales, confidently recognising the quantities they need.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder encourages children to choose where, and with what, they want to play. The childminder and children laugh and have fun together. For example, they giggle when drawing each other's faces on paper. The childminder interacts positively with children and encourages their self-care skills. For instance, reminding them to wash their hands after using the toilet. The childminder offers healthy snacks and drinks, and they talk about what they are eating and where it has been grown. The childminder is a positive role model to children and this is replicated by them being kind to others.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are confident and enthusiastic learners. The childminder encourages them to be independent. For example, children select their own snack and drink, and put on their own shoes and coats. The childminder encourages children to practise their physical skills. For instance, they enjoy playing on the ride-on horse in the garden, and dancing and singing inside.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY540219 Local authority Portsmouth Inspection number 10105011 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 2 - 8 Total number of places 4 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 Southsea, Hampshire. She operates all year round from 7am to 7pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder receives funding for the provision of free early years education for children aged three and four years. She holds a relevant childcare qualification.

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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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