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 Good

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The provision is good

Children enjoy coming to the childminder and really benefit from the calm and relaxed environment she provides. The childminder uses her detailed knowledge of each child to help them settle in and build their confidence and self-esteem through familiar and enjoyable activities. For example, children are supported to use scissors and mould play dough in order to strengthen the muscles in their hands and wrists.

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The provision is good

Children respond extremely well to the childminder's positive attitude and passionate encouragement she provides. This helps children to feel valued and important. For example, the childminder really encourages children who need reassurance to have a go at something new and praises them enthusiastically when they complete the task or try an unfamiliar experience. Children behave well and are clear about the behaviour expectations of the setting. The childminder is skilled at gently reminding children who need it of the behaviour rules, and they respond to her quickly.

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The provision is good

The childminder has a really good understanding of when to introduce children to new skills. For example, she builds on what the children already know and introduces the next step of their learning at the right time and with the right amount of support.

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need to do better?

n The childminder plans her activities and experiences with the children's interests in mind. For example, she adds little unicorns to her small-world play to help engage children who have a special interest in them. This technique helps children to stay focused for longer. n Children engage in a wide range of experiences that help them to prepare for their next stage of learning. For example, the childminder reads the story of 'The Jolly Postman', and the children enjoy writing letters, cutting out stamps and making plans to walk to the local post office to post their letter. The childminder encourages children to talk about the story and recall similar events that have happened in their world. n The childminder involves the children in activities in the local area. This includes attending childminder groups and visiting the local care home. These activities help the children to get to know where they live and provide them with a sense

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of community. n The childminder works in partnership with other settings the children also attend. For example, she shares information about children's support needs and their current stage of development. This helps the settings to provide consistent care for children and be aware of any changes or new information.

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4 July 2023 n The childminder keeps her child development knowledge up to date by regularly attending courses on a variety of topics. For example, she has recently attended training on supporting picky eaters. This has helped her to support the children in her care during mealtimes. However, she has not yet fully embedded the information she has gained through other training and research, such as about different professionals' roles and responsibilities, to further support her understanding of where best to seek advice or refer concerns for children's developmental or welfare needs. n The provision is regularly reviewed, and the childminder often uses her childminder network to gather new ideas. This helps her to stay up to date and be able to continue providing experiences that keep the children engaged and keen to learn new skills. n Parents report to be very happy with the care the childminder provides. They

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are pleased with the progress their children have made since starting with her, and they comment on her kind and gentle manner. They are pleased with how the childminder understands their children's individual needs. n Parents are impressed with the excellent communication the childminder provides and find this really helpful and supportive. For example, the childminder shares information with parents around healthy eating ideas for them to try at home, and she gives support on children starting school.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder is able to identify the signs and indicators of possible neglect and abuse. She has a good understanding of the importance of discussing any safeguarding concerns she may have with parents, where appropriate. Children have a good understanding of how to keep themselves safe. For example, the childminder teaches about road safety and stranger danger when out and about. They also understand the importance of staying close to the childminder and holding hands when crossing the road. The childminder shares good hygiene habits. For example, she encourages the children to wash their hands after going to the toilet or before eating lunch.

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should:

n continue to embed and refine the programme of professional development to precisely identify areas of improvement that will enhance knowledge and skills and impact on children's learning and welfare.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 110972 Local authority Hampshire Inspection number 10289246 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 5 Date of previous inspection 17 November 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2001. She holds a recognised qualification at level 3. The childminder operates between the hours of 7am and 7pm.

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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 that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises their early years provision, including the aims and rationale for the early years foundation stage curriculum. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about children's learning and development, with a particular focus on communication and language. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and the children. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector. n The inspector carried out a joint observation of a communication and language

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activity with the childminder. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable.

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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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