Childminder in Sutton

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 26 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 offers a welcoming environment for children. There is a good variety of resources that they can easily select for themselves.  The childminder makes regular observations of children's achievements. She plans a wide variety of stimulating experiences based on their interests and the next steps for their development. As a result, children are eager to take part in activities and make good progress in their learning.  The childminder keeps parents well informed. She talks to them every day to give feedback. She provides regular updates about children's progress and achievements. This helps to involve parents in their child's learning.  The childminder works closely with other early years settings that children attend. She shares information with them on a regular basis. Consequently, children benefit from a consistent approach to their learning and care.  The childminder shows a positive attitude to continually developing and improving her

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This provision is good

practice. She makes good use of local training opportunities to develop her skills. This has a positive impact on the quality of teaching.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not fully developed the use of the garden for outdoor experiences, such as growing and planting, to further enhance children's understanding of the world.

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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

 extend opportunities for children to take part in planting and growing outdoors, to further promote their understanding of the world.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed children taking part in activities.  The inspector had discussions with the childminder.  The inspector looked at children's records and other relevant paperwork.  The inspector looked at the areas of the childminder's home that children use.  The inspector read questionnaires from parents and took account of their views.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder teaches children a range of useful skills that prepare them effectively for the next stage of learning and for school. She promotes children's communication and language development well by talking to them as they play. She encourages them to join in with conversations and introduces new words. During the inspection, children enjoyed cuddling up with the childminder to look at books. She encouraged them to persevere with the task of decorating an Easter bonnet, offering gentle guidance and support. She followed children's interests well, helping them extend their game by adding further resources. She counted with children as they cut up the fruit and helped them work out how many fingers they have altogether. She demonstrated how to use the scissors comfortably when children cut out giant numerals, which helped them develop new skills.

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good

The childminder is warm and responsive towards children and is sensitive to their individual needs. This helps them feel secure and promotes their physical and emotional well-being. She encourages children to do things for themselves and, as a result, they quickly grow in confidence and independence. The childminder makes daily checks of the home and garden to make sure children can play safely. She reviews her risk assessments as needed, for instance when a new door is fitted. She promotes children's good health effectively. Children are familiar with the routines for washing their hands before meals, which helps reduce the risk of cross-contamination. The childminder provides healthy meals and snacks. Children enjoy making their own sandwiches for lunch and choosing from the fruit bowl. They play outside every day as part of a healthy lifestyle.

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provision is good

The childminder has a good understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She monitors children's progress effectively through observation and assessment and reviews their development regularly. This helps her identify any areas where children are doing well or where they might need additional support. She has completed a child protection course. This training helps ensure she knows the procedures to follow if she has concerns about a child's welfare. She keeps all of the necessary records for childminding. The childminder reflects on what she does and makes sure she keeps up to date with any changes. She takes well-targeted steps to improve the provision and this has a positive impact on outcomes for children. For instance, she has reorganised the play space so that children can access a wider range of resources themselves. This has enhanced their independence and choice.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY434731 Local authority Sutton Inspection number 885319 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2011. She lives in Sutton, Surrey. She holds a Level 3 childcare qualification.

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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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