Childminder in Hampshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder knows the procedures to follow in order to safeguard children. She demonstrates a clear understanding of the signs and symptoms that may indicate a child is at risk. n The childminder recognises her role in teaching children to respect and value others. She understands the importance of setting clear boundaries, to help guide children's behaviour. n The childminder has a good understanding of the learning and development requirements. She knows the significance of providing a curriculum that is designed to give all children the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in life. The childminder acknowledges the importance of assessing children's progress, to help quickly identify any gaps in their development. n The childminder recognises the importance of providing children with healthy balanced meals and opportunities for physical activities. n The childminder acknowledges the importance of working in partnerships with

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This provision meets requirements

parents and other professionals involved in children's care, to help provide continuity in children's learning. n The childminder is committed to her ongoing professional development. She regularly completes online training to help strengthen her knowledge and skills. She knows how to evaluate her practice and seeks the views of parents and children, to help identify areas for improvement.

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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 EY428746 Local authority Hampshire Inspection number 10060910 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 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 20 May 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2011. She lives in Hook, Hampshire. The childminder provides flexible care between Monday and Friday, for most of the year. There were no children attending during the inspection.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed the areas of the home used by children. n Discussions were held with the childminder, to establish her understanding of how to safeguard children and how she would assess their learning and development. n The inspector viewed documents, including public liability insurance and safeguarding policies.

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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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