Childminder in Hampshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a sound understanding of how to safeguard children. She stays up to date with child protection training. She knows when to be concerned and how to report her concerns. The childminder has a secure knowledge of assessing risks. She is confident to challenge behaviour, which would lead to a child being unsafe. n The childminder has clear intentions for her curriculum. She understands how to look at the individual child and to build on their knowledge and skills. She explained how she finds ways to extend and challenge learning using a range of resources. n The childminder has worked with children with special educational needs and/or disabilities and thrives in supporting them and their families. She recognises the importance of developing good relationships with the parents. One previous parent wrote 'You have given more than needed with my boys. You've made family life easier.' The childminder understands how to work alongside agencies

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and schools to support the needs of the child. n The childminder has a secure knowledge of using a range of techniques when managing behaviour. For example, she understands how to use communication and language skills to encourage the children to talk and listen to each other. She has rules for the garden and expects children to follow those rules, especially when using the trampoline. n The childminder understands how to promote a healthy lifestyle for the children. This includes healthy eating where children have options for cooked dinners or cooking alongside the childminder. There is access to a large outside area, where children can access equipment related to their interests. n The childminder recognises the importance of allowing for a range of experiences that allow for children to be independent. She understands how to work on building their confidence and understanding their own emotions. The

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This provision meets requirements

childminder has the skills and training to support the individual child.

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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 EY417713 Local authority Hampshire Inspection number 10228540 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 0 Date of previous inspection 12 October 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2010. She lives in Farnborough, Hampshire. The childminder provides care from Monday to Friday, 7.30am to 5.30pm, all year round. The childminder holds an appropriate childcare qualification at level 4.

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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 The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable. n The childminder and the inspector completed a learning walk together to discuss the childminder's intentions for children's learning. n The childminder discussed with the Inspector how she supports children's learning and development. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The inspector looked at cards that were given to the childminder from previous parents. n The childminder and Inspector had a discussion on how she intends to meet safeguarding and welfare requirements.

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Inspection activities

24 August 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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24 August 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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