Childminder in Southampton

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Good

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The provision is good

The childminder treats the children as if they were her own. As a result, children form close attachments to the childminder. The children are happy and feel safe. They show high levels of self-confidence and are keen to share their achievements. The childminder has high expectations of the children and their behaviour. The children know and understand the routines well. They follow the clear boundaries set by the childminder. The result is a calm environment where children make good progress. The children go on outings. For instance, they go to the shops, the library and the adventure playground. They take part in well-thought-out activities. The children enjoy reading a variety of books with each other. The childminder encourages and praises the children. She ensures there are interesting resources for children of all ages. For example, younger children use chunky crayons to draw. Older children use thin pencils to create their pictures. Children have a good

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understanding of their emotions and learn how to support others. For instance, older children are happy to share toys with younger ones as they settle in. The childminder promotes the children's physical well-being. She encourages the children to try new fruits. She talks to them about sun safety and provides a stimulating outdoor play area.

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n Children have their views listened to and respected. The childminder involves the children in the planning for the setting. For instance, she asks them where they would like to go on an outing. She also includes the children in choosing new resources for the setting. n The childminder understands that children develop at different rates. She makes sure her planned activities challenge all children. Older children explore the different marks made with big and small cars, using paint. The younger children explore paint using their fingers. n Parent partnerships are strong. The childminder listens to and follows the parents' routines for children. She regularly updates parents on their child's progress using detailed learning journals. The childminder provides a thorough handover at the end of every session. n The childminder reflects on her practice. She successfully uses her reflections to enhance the setting further. For example, she adapts the flooring in the garden

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need to do better?

to allow babies to crawl and explore. n Children have excellent independence skills. The childminder uses the daily routine to further develop these. For example, she encourages the younger children to use spoons to feed themselves. The older children are keen to show their own skills to their visitor. They show they can wash their hands and put on their own shoes without help. n The childminder has a good understanding of working in partnership with

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2 September 2019 others. She ensures a strong transition for her children moving to school. She shares information effectively with new settings. n Children's early mathematical knowledge is extended as they play. She helps children recognise numbers that are important to them. For example, children learn which numbers represent their house number. n The childminder understands the importance of providing children with unique opportunities. She plans for these based on her knowledge of the children. For instance, for children who travel only in cars, she plans trips using the local bus to visit the airport. n Children enjoy taking part in planned themed activities. For example, they have recently learned all about the body and remember the different things their bodies can do. However, children are not always encouraged to follow their own interests during play. n The childminder has a good routine but does not consistently adapt this to

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support the needs of the children. For example, when the children were highly engaged in the sandpit, they were interrupted to have a snack. n The childminder has high ambition for all children's achievements. Children are well prepared for their next stage of learning.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a good understanding of safeguarding and child protection. She understands her roles and responsibilities. She regularly updates her knowledge through training and is aware of wider safeguarding issues. The childminder is aware of signs and symptoms of abuse. She understands how to report concerns about children's well-being. She also shows a good understanding of identifying risks and putting in appropriate safety measures. For instance, the childminder has dogs but makes sure that they have their own space away from the children.

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should:

n revise the daily routine when children become immersed in their learning, to support children's independent learning n strengthen teaching skills so that children are encouraged to follow their own interests during play.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY331619 Local authority Southampton Inspection number 10073644 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 0 to 12 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5 Date of previous inspection 25 May 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2006. She lives in Southampton. The childminder cares for children from Monday to Friday, all year round. The childminder operates from 7am to 6pm.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector observed play activities both inside and outside. n The inspector held a discussion with the childminder about her practice, curriculum and professional development. n The inspector read the views of parents. n The inspector sampled relevant documentation, including learning journals, policies and accident and incident records. n The inspector was shown around the setting by the childminder.

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Inspection activities

We carried out this inspection 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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Inspection activities

2 September 2019 regulates and inspects to 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 and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, 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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