Childminder in Hampshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates how she will provide an ambitious curriculum for children. She understands how to plan activities based on what children already know and can do, and what they need to learn next. The childminder understands how to plan activities and experiences to help children enjoy learning and build on their skills and knowledge. She explains how she uses children's interests to plan activities and experiences that children will enjoy and engage in. n The childminder explains the skills and knowledge that she wants children to have by the time they start school. She knows how to focus on developing their independence and social skills, so that they are well prepared for this next stage in their lives. Additionally, the childminder understands the impact of planning regular opportunities for physical play outdoors. n The childminder understands how to support children's health and emotional

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well-being. She describes how she will provide children with nutritious meals and regular opportunities to enjoy fresh air and exercise. The childminder understands the importance of teaching children about healthy lifestyles and the significance of good hygiene. She discusses how she would involve children in planting seeds and growing crops, to help them learn about where their food comes from. n The childminder has high expectations for children's behaviour. She sets clear rules and boundaries and explains how she ensures children are aware of these. The childminder discusses how she plans experiences to encourage children to cooperate, take turns and share with their peers. She has a good understanding of how to support children's emotional well-being and recognises the importance of forming strong relationships to help children to feel secure in her care. n Through discussion, the childminder shows an understanding of the importance

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of building partnerships with parents, carers and external professionals, such as local schools. She knows to gather as much information about the child and the family as one way to help the child settle into her care. The childminder describes how she will continue to share and exchange information with parents, so they remain up to date about their child's ongoing progress. n The childminder has kept her knowledge and understanding of safeguarding practice up to date. She has completed relevant child protection training. The childminder can recognise potential signs of abuse and where children may be at risk of harm. She is clear about the procedures she must follow when reporting concerns regarding a child's welfare. The childminder has procedures in place to assess the risks within the premises effectively.

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This provision meets requirements

25 February 2025 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 EY545325 Local authority Hampshire Inspection number 10380760 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 4 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 21 June 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017. She lives in Aldershot, Hampshire. She holds a childcare qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder discussed how she will ensure she maintains a safe, secure and suitable environment for children when in her care. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises their early years provision, including the aims and rationale for their early years foundation stage curriculum. n The inspector discussed the childminder's understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements, and the systems in place to help keep children safe. n The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of the childminder and household members.

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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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25 February 2025 25 February 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.

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