Childminder in Hampshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder knows how to assess children's learning and development, to help identify what children already know and can do. She is aware of how to use this information to provide challenging experiences to help them achieve their next steps. n The childminder understands her responsibilities in protecting children from harm. She is aware of the signs of possible abuse and/or neglect and the reporting procedures she must follow. n The childminder acknowledges the importance of building secure relationships with parents and other settings that children attend. She recognises the importance of sharing information with them, to support continuity in children's care. n The childminder recognises her role in teaching children how to behave, including valuing and respecting others. n The childminder understands the importance of teaching children about healthy lifestyle habits. For example, the value of eating well-balanced meals, following

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This provision meets requirements

good hygiene practices and the importance of physical activity. n The childminder recognises the significance of evaluating her provision. She completes regular online training and acknowledges the importance of keeping her knowledge and skills up to date.

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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 EY494147 Local authority Hampshire Inspection number 10308523 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 8 Date of previous inspection 28 March 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2015. She lives in Fleet, Hampshire. The childminder operates Monday to Thursdays from 7am to 9am and 3pm to 5.30pm, and on a Friday from 7am to 9am.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder has received since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in her evaluation of the childminder. n The inspector viewed the areas of the home used by children. n Discussions were held with the childminder, including how she assesses children and provides suitable learning activities and experiences for them. n The arrangements for safeguarding children were discussed.

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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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