Childminder in Southampton

Met

Previous inspection Not Met (with actions)

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands her duty to safeguard children. She has a safeguarding policy and knows what action to take and who to contact should she have any concerns about a child's welfare. n The childminder demonstrates an understanding of how to carry out observations and assessments. She explains how she uses this information to provide a stimulating curriculum for children. n The childminder is able to explain how to support children's developing independence skills. For example, children learn how to put their coats and shoes on. n The childminder holds a current paediatric first-aid qualification. She is experienced in completing daily safety checks of the premises to minimise any potential risks or hazards. n The childminder understands the importance of providing children with healthy choices. She demonstrates a good awareness of how to provide healthy snacks, meals and daily opportunities for fresh air and exercise.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has clear expectations for children's behaviour that are appropriate for different ages of children. She discusses how to promote positive behaviour. n The childminder knows how to extend her professional knowledge further and how this helps her identify areas where she could improve her practice. She explains how she supports her assistant in his professional development. n The childminder understand the importance of working in partnership with parents. She explains how she would gain detailed information to enable her to support children's individual care and learning needs throughout the day.

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This 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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Setting details

Unique reference number EY298711 Local authority Southampton Inspection number 10083042 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 3 to 9 Total number of places 3 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection 22 November 2013

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2004. She lives in Southampton, Hampshire. The childminder operates Monday to Friday from 7am to 7pm. She has completed a level 3 qualification in childcare and education.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector looked at the space available for childminding and some of the resources the childminder will use. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to promote children's learning and development. n The inspector viewed relevant documentation, including the childminder's public liability insurance and paediatric first-aid qualification. n The inspector discussed safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder and took into consideration the suitability checks.

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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

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