Childminder in Hampshire

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Not applicable

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The provision is good

Children clearly enjoy their time in the childminder and her co-childminder's care. They readily approach her for cuddles and reassurance, which are warmly given. Children laugh as they play, showing confidence and excitement. They are self- motivated learners who show they feel safe and secure.

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The provision is good

Children benefit from a childminder who knows them well and understands how they like to learn. They have access to a good range of resources and activities, that she provides to support and build on their learning. For instance, children sing songs enthusiastically and follow actions. They learn new words and deepen friendships as they 'row their boats' together and sing hello to everyone. Children respond positively to praise and encouragement to join in with activities.

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The provision is good

The childminder recognises the impact COVID-19 restrictions have had on some of the children in her care. For example, she has taken positive action to help them overcome their wariness around people they do not know. Children benefit from meeting other children and people at social groups. They are developing higher levels of confidence from the secure attachment they have to the childminder.

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need to do better?

n The childminder is a positive role model to the children in her care and they behave well. Children are interested in the activities she plans to support their learning. For example, they eagerly explore colour mixing in shaving foam, confidently asking the childminder questions and making links to deepen their understanding. The childminder recognises when children need more support and encouragement to engage in activities. She adapts activities to help all children make the most of learning opportunities. n The childminder recognises children need to settle in securely before she can build on their learning. She takes the time to get to know children well. The childminder inspires them to feel safe and confident, play, explore and learn. n The childminder has clear expectations for children. They are clearly familiar with the daily routines. However, at times, routines do not fully support children's learning. The childminder disturbs their play and learning, for

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example, to have a snack. She does not consistently allow children time to deeply engage in their learning. n The childminder supports children to develop their vocabulary. Story times, for example, are interactive and children eagerly turn pages and open flaps. Children learn new words through songs and stories, as well as through back- and-forth conversations as they play. However, at times, background music can be distracting for the younger children. They can struggle to clearly hear what is said to them. This does not help children to fully focus or build on their

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7 July 2022 communication skills as effectively as possible. n Children share social mealtimes with the childminder and her co-childminder. She uses opportunities to count with children and talk to them about what the stalks on their fruit are for. Children are interested in developing their understanding of the world. For example, they help take care of the vegetables they are growing, watering them and talking about what they will grow into. The childminder supports parents to supply healthy meals and snacks for children. They have many opportunities to be physically active as they play. Children are learning to develop healthy and active lifestyles. n The childminder builds positive partnerships with parents and other settings children attend. This helps to ensure high levels of continuity for children's care and learning. n Parents comment very positively about the care their children receive from the

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childminder. They say they receive good communication from the childminder about what their children are learning in her care. Parents report children have grown in confidence since being in the childminder's care. n The childminder reflects on what works well for children and what does not work. She understands the benefit of keeping her skills and knowledge up to date, such as through reading and seeking out opportunities to develop new ideas.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a secure understanding of her role to promote children's well- being at all times. She knows what signs may indicate a child is at risk of possible abuse. The childminder knows the procedures to follow to report any concerns she may have about children's welfare. She understands the actions to take if there is an allegation made against herself or another member of the household. The childminder ensures she provides a safe and clean environment for children to play and learn in.

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should:

n review and revise daily routines to allow children to engage deeply in their learning more effectively n consider the purpose of background music so it is not a distraction and younger children can fully focus and hear when people are speaking to them.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2544082 Local authority Hampshire Inspection number 10221491 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory 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 Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2019. She lives in Locks Heath, Hampshire. The childminder provides care from 7.30am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, all year round. She receives funding for the provision of free early years education for children aged two, three and four years. The childminder works with another registered childminder.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since the COVID- 19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken this into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure it is safe and suitable for children. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about her intentions for children's learning. The childminder and the inspector discussed how the curriculum had been implemented and the impact this had on children's learning. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request, including evidence of suitability of household members. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector.

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Inspection activities

7 July 2022 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

7 July 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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