Jones, Karen Elaine

Overall effectiveness Outstanding

The quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Outstanding

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The provision is outstanding

The childminder offers a broad and stimulating curriculum, which is precisely tailored to each child. She is ambitious for children to achieve well, regardless of their starting points. This means that no child is left behind. Children arrive excitedly each day and immediately show a sense of belonging as they enthusiastically sign themselves in. They build amazing bonds with the warm and supportive childminder and her co-childminder.

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The provision is outstanding

The childminder delivers an exceptionally rich and stimulating curriculum. She seamlessly integrates speech and language development into every aspect of learning. For example, when children show an interest in animals, she ignites their curiosity and encourages them to name and describe how different creatures move. Children show delight as they articulate their thoughts through expression and dance movements. Their younger peers take pleasure in making different animal sounds as they experiment with new ways to move their bodies. Children's fascination deepens as they immerse themselves in books, expanding their understanding of farm life and animal diets. Children make remarkable progress and develop a lifelong love of learning.

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The provision is outstanding

The childminder actively embeds clear routines and expectations for behaviour. She is highly skilled at engaging children and using their interests and ideas to continually consolidate and build on their skills. For example, toddlers show high levels of perseverance and pride in their achievements when they explore and successfully build towers using diverse resources. All children share resources with enthusiasm and demonstrate a strong sense of empathy for others.

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need to do better?

n The childminder shows an unwavering dedication to ensuring every child, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), reaches their full potential. She works in partnership with parents and professionals, using her expert knowledge of each child to deliver exceptional, tailored support. Children with SEND blossom in this inclusive and nurturing environment. n The childminder has a superb knowledge of the children in her care. She designs highly engaging, purposeful activities that support them in achieving their developmental targets. Even the youngest children are encouraged to explore and experiment. For instance, with great curiosity, they investigate how water interacts with dry and wet sand when poured through a sieve. Older children extend their problem-solving skills as they investigate and discuss differences in water flow, using resources such as funnels and pipes. The childminder is

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extremely responsive to young children. She seizes the moment to build on their

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12 March 2025 vocabulary and introduces the concept of weight and measure. She consistently asks children questions to challenge their thinking and gives them time to consider and express their own responses. n The childminder is an excellent role model. She fosters children's sense of identity and actively embeds their unique abilities and interests into the setting. For example, she engages children in meaningful group discussions about precious items brought in from home. Alongside their friends, she gives children praise and encouragement as they proudly showcase their talents and achievements. Children take pride in demonstrating their skills. They show respect to their peers, and develop a firm sense of who they are and what they can achieve. n Children develop an outstanding awareness of healthy lifestyles. For example, they have an excellent understanding of the importance of nutrition, hydration,

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and physical activity for their well-being. They embrace safe challenges with enthusiasm, such as climbing trees during woodland adventures. They also show impressive growth in strength and hand-eye coordination as they skilfully use tools to mix coloured sand and water. The childminder expertly extends their learning. She engages them in thought-provoking discussions about patterns and colour changes. She further challenges their early literacy skills and encourages them to form and sound out letters, including those in their name. n The childminder builds strong, trusting relationships with families, establishing a foundation of respect and collaboration. This seamless partnership ensures that every child embarks on their educational journey with a wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm for learning. Parents comment on the remarkable support the childminder provides to enhance their children's unique development.

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need to do better?

n The childminder is deeply committed to excellence and continuous professional growth. She approaches professional development with remarkable dedication. With an astute understanding of each child's needs, she identifies meaningful training opportunities that have the greatest impact on children's development. Her proactive approach enables her to provide outstanding support tailored to every child's individual journey.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

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

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY364374 Local authority Hampshire Inspection number 10388288 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 9 Number of children on roll 12 Date of previous inspection 4 July 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2007 and lives in the Beggarwood area of Basingstoke, Hampshire. She operates from Monday to Friday, from 7.30am to 6pm, for 48 weeks of the year. The childminder works with a co-childminder and employs two assistant. She holds an appropriate level 3 childcare qualification. The childminder provides government funded childcare.

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Inspection activities

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 Children communicated with the inspector during the inspection. n The childminder and inspector discussed how the curriculum had been implemented and the impact that this had on children's learning. n The inspector took the written and spoken views of parents in account. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The inspector spoke to the childminder's assistant at appropriate times during the inspection.

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Inspection activities

12 March 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.

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