Mrs Elizabeth Cherry Caulfield

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder describes the importance of creating a broad and balanced curriculum that meets the needs of children across all areas of the curriculum. Through discussion, it is clear that she fully understands how to use assessments and observations of children to monitor their ongoing progress. The childminder states that, in this way, she intends to identify children's next steps in learning and plan interesting and exciting activities to promote their learning and development. n The childminder understands her role in supporting young children to develop knowledge and skills that can help prepare them for their eventual move to school. This includes developing and promoting children's independence, confidence and communication skills, to help them feel ready and equipped for a smooth transition. n The childminder demonstrates, through discussion, a secure understanding of how to promote children's positive behaviour. She knows how important it is to

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establish consistent routines, appealing opportunities, clear expectations and age-appropriate strategies. The childminder describes how she plans to use praise, encouragement and role modelling respectful behaviour to develop children's social and emotional development. n The childminder understands the significance of helping children to recognise and manage their emotions. She discusses how she will guide them to resolve minor disagreements calmly and fairly. The childminder is aware of the need to work in partnership with parents to ensure consistency and to meet children's individual needs, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities. n The childminder describes how she will incorporate a range of cultural experiences into her practice, such as sharing books, music, celebrations and food from different traditions. She states that in this way, she can help children develop an appreciation of diversity from an early age. The childminder

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recognises the importance of ensuring all children see their own lives reflected in the environment and activities. This helps to create an inclusive setting, where all children feel valued. n The childminder explains how she intends to promote healthy lifestyles with children. She is aware of the importance of providing nutritious meals and snacks. The childminder plans to provide children with opportunities for regular physical activity, such as building their skills to play a variety of games or increasing their stamina when walking along the nearby canal. n The childminder continues to enhance her professional development through research, accessing courses and sharing effective strategies with local childminders. She describes how she reflects on her own practice and is committed to continual improvement to ensure she is prepared well to meet the needs of children.

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This provision meets requirements

30 April 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 110995 Local authority Hampshire Inspection number 10394796 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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Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection 26 September 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1997 and lives in Fleet, Hampshire. She works from 3.15pm to 6.30pm from Monday to Friday, term time only. The childminder holds a foundation degree in education at level 6. She is eligible to receive funding for the provision of free early education for children aged nine months to four years.

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n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable. n The inspector spoke to the childminder about her understanding of the early years foundation stage statutory framework requirements. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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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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