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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Childminder in Hampshire

Inspected 22 Feb 2022 · published 24 Mar 2022 · URN EY474898

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  • Inspection date verified

    22 Feb 2022

  • Inspectors verified

    Aileen Finan

  • Overall effectivenesssingle source

    Met

  • Previous overall verified

    Good

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder report

  • URN verified

    EY474898

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  • OverallMet

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Flesch 47, typical 47
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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands how to safeguard children. For example, she knows the procedure to follow if she had a concern about a child in her care. She keeps herself up to date in regard to legislation through training and research. The childminder demonstrates a very secure understanding of all aspects of safeguarding matters. This includes her awareness of radicalisation, online safety, and what to do if an allegation is made against her. n The childminder knows the importance of maintaining effective professional development. For example, she continues to complete relevant training to extend her knowledge and skills. This includes completing research relating to the quality of resources and outdoor learning, which helps broaden her teaching practice and supports children's learning. n Practice to support the ways children settle into the setting are effective. The childminder knows how to work with parents to find out about children's

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This provision meets requirements

backgrounds, routines and interests. The childminder understands the importance of positive partnership working with parents and sharing the progress children make. n The childminder understands how to plan her curriculum in order to build on what children already know and understand. She knows the importance of offering purposeful activities that help children gain knowledge and learning. She understands the importance of helping young children and babies acquire language and socialisations skills. The childminder knows her responsibilities to complete the required assessment for children aged two. n The ways that the childminder helps young children and babies develop healthy lifestyles are embedded well. For instance, she helps them develop a liking for new tastes and nutritious foods. She ensures children receive plenty of fresh air and understands their routines so that young children and babies can sleep and

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This provision meets requirements

rest according to their individual needs. n The childminder understands that motivated children are eager to learn and enjoy their play. She helps young children and babies develop an interest in new things, such as singing rhymes, sharing books and stories and in being curious about their environment.

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This provision meets requirements

There were no children in the early years age range 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 early years 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 EY474898 Local authority Hampshire Inspection number 10075735 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 9 Date of previous inspection 28 June 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014. She lives in Eastleigh, Southampton, Hampshire. The childminder works Monday to Friday from 7am to 7pm for most weeks of the year.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider received since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n During discussions with the inspector, the childminder demonstrated her understanding and knowledge of how to safeguard children. n The childminder explained to the inspector how she plans her curriculum and how she works in partnership with parents. n The inspector observed areas of the home where childminding takes place. n The inspector sampled relevant documentation during the inspection.

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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

22 February 2022 22 February 2022 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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