Crouch, Ashleigh Peter William

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

p.1

The provision is good

Children demonstrate a strong sense of belonging in the childminder's welcoming environment. They are happy, feel safe and form strong relationships with the childminder and his co-minder. Children enter the home with confidence and settle to activities that stimulate their interests and support their learning. The childminder knows the children well and has high expectations for their learning. Children enjoy a broad curriculum and develop high levels of self-esteem. The childminder is a good role model for the children, he is calm and understanding and supports children's relationships well.

p.2

The provision is good

Children behave well, they are confident and demonstrate that they understand the routine of the day. Children enjoy plenty of opportunities to be physically active in their play and develop good control and coordination. Children learn to be confident and independent. They are keen to take responsibility for doing things themselves and the childminder encourages them to have a go at doing small tasks. For example, as they get ready to go to the park, the childminder helps to develop self-help skills as he starts the zips on their coats so they can complete the task. The childminder plays alongside the children well, follows their interest and models language very well.

p.2

need to do better?

n The childminder understands the importance of providing a rich curriculum to help children to learn. He has a good understanding of where the children are up to in their development, including what they need to learn next. The childminder supports children's communication and language skills well. He engages with the children purposefully and encourages them to use words, recall events and learn new vocabulary as they play. Together, they read stories and talk about how things work, such as where hot water comes from. These activities and conversations excite children's curiosity and thinking. n The childminder plans and provides children with a good range of learning opportunities that help them to experience the seven areas of learning. For instance, children enjoy using technology to support their coordination and mathematical awareness. Children are also offered adult-led creative activities during parts of the day. However, the childminder does not support them as

p.2

need to do better?

successfully to use media and materials independently, to help them build their confidence to explore and develop their own creative ideas. n Children enjoy regular outings with the childminder. They go out daily, attend toddler groups, visit the park, and go to places of interest, where they benefit from exciting bus rides. When out, the childminder helps children to learn about the world around them, while supporting their developing awareness of safety. Children thoroughly enjoy their time outdoors and have the freedom to navigate

p.2

need to do better?

22 January 2025 and explore which, in turn, helps to develop their physical skills. n Children's behaviour is good. Children demonstrate that they have a positive relationship with the childminder. The childminder supports children to show empathy to others and he teaches them about being kind and using good manners. n The childminder supervises children well while eating and distributes the children's snack and meals from home accordingly. He works well with parents to ensure that children's meals are nutritious. The childminder, overall, supports children's good health. For example, he reminds them about the importance of washing their hands after using the bathroom and before eating. However, less focus is given on helping the children to understand how they can protect themselves from germs, as children are not frequently reminded to catch their coughs or wipe their noses. Nevertheless, suitable sickness procedures are in

p.2

need to do better?

place and available to parents to maintain the children's well-being. n Partnerships with parents and carers are effective. The childminder provides regular updates to help parents stay fully informed regarding their child's progress. Parents report that they are very happy with the care, communication and relationships between them, their children and the childminder. n The childminder regularly reflects on the provision he provides for the children. He completes mandatory training and works closely with his co-minder and families to evaluate the setting and improve identified areas for development.

p.3

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

p.3

Safeguarding

There is an open and positive culture around safeguarding that puts children's interests first.

p.3

should:

n support further children's increasing development of how they can maintain their good health n strengthen opportunities for children's creative development to allow them freedom to explore and experiment with their own ideas independently.

p.3

Setting details

Unique reference number 2743944 Local authority Hampshire Inspection number 10380970 Type of provision Childminder

p.4

Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

p.4

inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

p.4

Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2023 and lives in Basingstoke, Hampshire. He operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Thursday and occasional Fridays, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder offers occasional overnight care. They work with a co-minder.

p.4

Inspection activities

n The childminder explained the curriculum during a learning walk with the inspector. n The childminder and the inspector completed a joint observation of an activity together and discussed the quality of teaching and learning afterwards. n The inspector discussed learning activities and assessed the quality and impact of teaching on the children's learning. n Children confidently approached the inspector and engaged with her. The inspector spoke with the childminder and the children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector took account of the parents' views through their written comments. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, including evidence of the suitability of all those living in the household and evidence of the childminder's paediatric first-aid training.

p.4

Inspection activities

22 January 2025 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.

p.4

Inspection activities

22 January 2025 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.

p.5

Inspection activities

If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 1231, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk .

p.6

Inspection activities

You may reuse this information (not including logos) free of charge in any format or medium, under the terms of the Open Government Licence. To view this licence, visit www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/ , write to the Information Policy Team, The National Archives, Kew, London TW9 4DU, or email: psi@nationalarchives.gsi.gov.uk

p.6

Inspection activities

Interested in our work? You can subscribe to our monthly newsletter for more information and updates: http://eepurl.com/iTrDn .

p.6

Inspection activities

T: 0300 123 1231 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/ofsted

p.6