Childminder in Hampshire

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder does not meet all of the legal requirements of the early years foundation stage. She has not maintained her paediatric first-aid certificate. She does not carry public liability insurance. The childminder has not notified Ofsted of significant changes to her working hours, which is a requirement. n The childminder provides a welcoming environment for children. She conducts daily checks and risk assessments to assess and minimise risks to children. She provides a wide range of resources and activities which are appropriate for children's ages and stages of development. n The childminder has a sound understanding of child protection issues. She has a clear policy and procedure in place to follow should she have any cause for concern about a child in her care. n The childminder recognises the importance of maintaining close partnerships with parents and other professionals. She understands the value of sharing

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information to support a consistent approach to children's care and learning. n The childminder understands how to manage children's behaviour. She recognises the need to teach children to be independent and to help them to develop their confidence and self-esteem. She explains how she helps children to develop positive relationships and to be tolerant, kind and respectful. n The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of how to support children's learning and development. She understands how to observe and assess children's progress. She describes how she will plan activities and offer support to promote the next steps in learning for children who are at different stages of their development. The childminder knows how to support parents in developing their children's learning at home. n The childminder understands the importance of ensuring that children receive a healthy diet and regular exercise to promote their well-being. She describes how

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she plans to use her outdoor play area to help children to develop their physical skills.

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This provision does not meet 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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Due date

obtain a paediatric first-aid certificate 28/02/2020

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Due date

obtain public liability insurance 31/01/2020

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Due date

develop knowledge of the changes that must be notified to Ofsted. 31/01/2020

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY471479 Local authority Hampshire Inspection number 10108877 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 0 Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 19 June 2014

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2013 and lives in Gosport, Hampshire. She operates from 8am to 6pm, all year round, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder receives funding to provide early education for two-, three- and four- year-old children.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she meets the requirements of the early years foundation stage. n The inspector asked the childminder questions to establish her understanding of how to safeguard children. n The inspector viewed the premises and areas used by the children. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability all those living in the household.

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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

15 January 2020 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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