Childminder in Surrey

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 16 March 2015 Not applicable

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Not applicable How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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This provision is good

 The childminder has a secure knowledge and understanding of how children learn and develop. She makes accurate assessments of their skills and interacts effectively to support their learning and development. As a result, children make good progress and are prepared well for moving on to nursery or to school.  Children are kept safe from harm as the childminder has a good understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. Consequently, children are well protected, and have a safe and secure environment in which to play.  The childminder uses effective self-evaluation processes and is committed to extending her knowledge and practice through training. This helps to ensure a good standard of care for all children.  Parents are involved in their children's learning as the childminder regularly shares information with them, including the progress check for children aged between two and three years.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not consistently use everyday routines to further children's growing independence.  The childminder does not always provide opportunities for children to develop their early writing skills.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 build on children's independence by encouraging them to take part in daily routines, such as helping prepare foods at snack time  provide greater opportunities for children to develop their early writing skills.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector observed activities inside the childminder's home.  The inspector took account of the views of parents, provided in writing.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of the childminder, a selection of children's records and safeguarding policies.  The inspector toured the areas of the premises used by the children.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder has a good understanding of children's learning and development. She implements the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage well. Children are able to access a variety of toys and resources that motivate them in their play. However, the childminder does not always provide children with resources to independently practise and extend their pre-writing and drawing skills. Young children are excited to learn about the movements that their bodies can make. For example, the childminder provides them with pictures of the ballerina's shoes and they think about what movements the dancer might make. This helps children to confidently develop good physical skills. The childminder makes good use of opportunities to support children in learning new words, using her skilful teaching to encourage them to think about 'what might happen next?' As a result, children make good progress in their speaking and listening skills. The childminder uses

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who attend. This is good

regular observations and assessments to monitor children's progress. She plans activities that are sharply focused on extending their individual learning. The childminder has good relationships with other professionals and with parents who value her. One parent states that she provides 'unimpeded attention' for their child.

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good

The childminder uses good care routines to provide children with a warm, welcoming home. She has a good relationship with children, which effectively supports their emotional well-being. Children learn about positive behaviour as the childminder talks to them about sharing and turn-taking. Consequently, children play with their friends well. They learn about making healthy choices as the childminder provides nutritious home cooked meals and snacks. Children are learning some self-care skills in preparation for their next stage in learning. However, the childminder does not always use opportunities within daily routines to involve them in tasks, such as preparing snacks, to promote their independence.

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provision is good

The childminder is committed to providing a good quality provision for children. Children are safe in the childminder's care because she has a secure knowledge of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. The childminder effectively assesses risks in her environment and on outings. She has undertaken training in paediatric-first aid to ensure she can attend to minor injuries should they occur. The childminder uses the views of parents and her self-evaluation to identify areas of improvement. For example, she has recently identified an area of professional development and completed training to improve the quality of her teaching.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY452343 Local authority Surrey Inspection number 905647 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2012. She lives in Burpham, near Guildford, Surrey.

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Telephone number

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted 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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Telephone number

procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. 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 Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, 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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Telephone number

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Telephone number

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

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