Childminder in Dorset

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Previous inspection Not Met (with actions)

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder is fully aware of her responsibility to keep children safe and protect them from possible harm. She knows what action to take if she believes a child may be at risk of abuse. She understands how important it is to teach children how to keep themselves safe. For example, she talks about teaching children about road safety, including when they are on outings. n The childminder talks about how she manages risk in her current home. She is moving to a new house and understands the importance of completing a new risk assessment before children attend. n The childminder describes the type of activities that she will plan that build on children's interests and promote their independence. For example, counting the steps outside as children walk up and down. She understands how to manage children's behaviour and teach them to be kind to each other. n The childminder describes how she would teach children about healthy lifestyles.

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This provision meets requirements

She talks about providing nutritious meals and taking the children for walks in the local forest to get fresh air and exercise. n The childminder talks about the importance of working with parents and sharing information. For example, she plans to gather information from parents about their children when they start. She would give them regular feedback on their children's progress. n The childminder recognises the importance of keeping her skills and knowledge up to date. She has completed a range of training courses, which includes paediatric first aid and safeguarding.

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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 EY443914 Local authority Hampshire Inspection number 10258349 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 5 Number of children on roll 2 Date of previous inspection 15 September 2022

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2012. She lives in Linford, near Ringwood, Hampshire. The childminder offers care from 8.30am until 1.30pm Tuesday and 8.30 to 3.30pm Thursday only. The childminder holds a level 3 qualification in childcare and education.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the childminder. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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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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