Childminder in Hampshire

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

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The provision is good

Children are warmly welcomed into the setting by the childminder and her assistants. They are reassured and helped to settle quickly, choosing from a range of activities that are available both indoors and outside. Children show that they feel safe and secure in the setting by approaching the childminder for a cuddle and enjoying a story while sitting on her lap.

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The provision is good

Children are taught how to be independent in a way that is fun and engaging. For example, the childminder encourages children to watch themselves in the mirror when they blow their nose and to learn how to put their coats on by flipping them over their head. This supports the development of their confidence and self- esteem.

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The provision is good

Children's behaviour in this setting is very good and they understand the importance of having 'kind hands' and good listening skills. The childminder praises children regularly. For example, children respond well when they receive a 'high five' or 'well done'. The childminder and her assistants are excellent role models and use the 'golden rules' to help children understand the importance of being kind and respectful to each other.

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The provision is good

Children enjoy spending time with the childminder's pets. This opportunity is used to talk about the tortoise and guinea pigs, and the foods they like to eat. This provides opportunities to teach the children how to care for animals and the importance of treating them kindly.

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need to do better?

n The childminder provides a curriculum that is ambitious for all children and takes into account their individual needs. For example, the childminder uses play dough to teach children about mixing colours. This keeps them engaged and excited to learn something new. n Children are given plenty of opportunities for fresh air and exercise and have access to a range of equipment, including bikes, stepping stones and a toy car. The childminder and her assistants support children to develop a range of skills, including balancing, running and jumping and using fun games and activities. This provides a safe space for children to practise these skills and learn new ones. n The childminder and her assistants engage children in conversations about different topics, such as a passing fire engine siren they can hear or what the weather is like today. However, there are times when they do not always extend children's vocabulary further. This means that children are not consistently

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need to do better?

challenged or provided with opportunities to develop their communication skills.

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need to do better?

24 March 2025 n Children learn how to keep themselves safe and the childminder regularly talks to them about the importance of handwashing after going to the toilet or stroking a pet. Children enjoy listening to stories about staying safe online, which they respond well to by asking questions and commenting on the characters. This helps children start to develop an awareness of managing risk. n Children are taught to be resilient and keep trying at a task, even if they find it difficult. For example, during a game of hide and seek, the childminder encourages children to keep looking if they cannot find their friend. This supports the development of children's concentration and encourages them to see a task through to the end. n Partnerships with parents are very good. Information about their child's development is shared regularly, and the childminder takes photos to show parents how the children have spent their day. Parents say that they know what

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their children are learning and what their next steps are. Parents say their children are extremely happy when they come home after spending time with the childminder and her assistants. n The childminder has a clear vision for her setting and is well organised and knowledgeable. She regularly reflects on her practice and understands the importance of reviewing the service she offers to ensure that it is high quality. n The childminder works closely with her assistants and provides support to ensure they feel valued and important members of the team. They attend training regularly to ensure their practice remains up to date and relevant and meets the needs of the setting.

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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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should:

n strengthen the support for staff to more consistently extend children's vocabulary.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2696973 Local authority Hampshire Inspection number 10380705 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 8 Number of children on roll 16 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2022. She lives in Hedge End, Hampshire. The childminder provides care from Monday to Friday, from 8am to 5pm, throughout the year. She holds a recognised early years childcare qualification at level 3. The childminder employs assistants.

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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 of their provision. n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The inspector talked to the childminder's assistants at appropriate times during the inspection and took account of their views. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. n The inspector spoke with the childminder about the leadership and management of the setting.

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Inspection activities

24 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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