Childminder in Hampshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a secure understanding of how to keep children safe and promote their welfare. She knows how to risk assess the premises to help make sure they are safe and suitable for children to play and learn in. n The childminder knows how children learn. She has a good understanding of how to support children to build on what they know and can do. The childminder has clear plans to support children to learn a range of skills that will support them to move on to the next stage in their education. For example, she describes how she will help children to be confident and independent by allowing them plenty of time to play, practise and learn. The childminder understands the importance of working with parents and other settings that children attend to support continuity for children's learning. n The childminder understands how to use children's interests to keep them motivated and engaged to play and learn. For instance, she speaks about

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extending children's love of familiar stories through a variety of stimulating and engaging activities and opportunities. The childminder knows how to support children to develop positive attitudes to their learning. She understands the importance of supporting children to be confident communicators, who can play with others and share resources. She values good manners and plans to be a positive role model for children in her care. n The childminder knows how to support children to develop healthy and active lifestyles. She understands the importance of offering children daily opportunities to be energetic and to play outdoors in the fresh air. For example, the childminder describes how she will support children to develop a love of learning outdoors. The childminder knows how to promote healthy eating and support children's good oral health. n The childminder understands the benefit of keeping her knowledge and skills

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This provision meets requirements

current. For instance, the childminder speaks about how she has developed a network of locals childminders to share ideas with and seek advice from. She knows how to access professional development opportunities that will support the children she cares for.

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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 2715322 Local authority Hampshire Inspection number 10388422 Type of provision Childminder Registers Early Years Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 0 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2023. She lives in Romsey, Southampton. She operates Tuesday to Thursday, from 8am to 6pm, all year round. The childminder is a qualified teacher. She receives funding for early education for children.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to meet the safeguarding and welfare requirements when looking after early years children. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about her intentions for children's learning. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request, including evidence of suitability of 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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24 March 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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