Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)
Rosser, Lorraine Hazel
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- Inspection date verified
6 May 2015
- Inspectors verified
Janet Thouless
- Early years verified
Good
- Overall effectiveness verified
Good
- Previous overall verified
Good
- Name on report verified
Childminder Report
- URN verified
EY375362
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- OverallGood
- Early yearsGood
79% of comparable inspections in the last three years were graded Good (17,905 inspections).
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Reads more critically than most reports of this type graded Good.
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- 5
- Words of findings
- 308
- shorter than usual (typical 691)
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- Hard
- Flesch 49, typical 49
- Average sentence
- 15 words
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- 1
- typical 2
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- 5%
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Inspection date
Previous inspection date 6 May 2015 2 April 2009
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This inspection: Good 2
Previous inspection: Good 2 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 enthusiastic childminder supports children to make good progress in their learning and development. She provides a good range of toys and resources and sets up the play space so children are able to choose what they want to play with. The childminder interacts positively with the children, which means they are developing good communication, listening and language skills. The childminder provides a wide range of interesting outdoor activities in her garden and on outings. Therefore, children benefit from fresh air and daily exercise to promote their good health. The childminder completes risk assessments to help minimise risks in the home, garden and on outings. She implements effective safety measures, which promote children's safety and well-being securely. Parents and the childminder form strong partnerships. Daily discussions and communication books ensure children's care and learning is well promoted.
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It is not yet outstanding because:
The childminder does not always provide resources and activities that help children to make stronger links with significant people in their lives.
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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
develop children's further understanding of special people in their lives.
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Inspection activities
The inspector observed activities in the home, spoke to the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection and discussed changes made since the last inspection. The inspector discussed with the childminder how she supports children's learning and development, assesses their abilities and monitors their progress. The inspector discussed with the childminder how she keeps children safe and healthy, and sampled documents that support children's care. The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's suitability and qualification, and the suitability of adults living in the household.
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who attend. This is good
The childminder uses her good teaching skills to develop children's all round development. She engages children in meaningful play and follows their interests. As a result, children develop a positive attitude to learning and confidence to try new things. Children are fascinated by the very colourful fish in the childminder's aquarium. To challenge their interest, the childminder uses picture labels for children to find the different fish, crab and snails. The childminder teaches young children to develop a strong interest in books. She uses repeated words and phrases, and young children show excitement as they recognise these sounds, which develops their early literacy skills. Children participate in effective outdoor activities that promote their understanding of the world and physical skills. For example, children dig in the mud and explore sticks, helping them to find out about natural resources and they develop coordination as they use wheeled toys. Consequently,
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who attend. This is good
children gain a range of skills in readiness for the next stage in their learning.
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good
The childminder is calm and caring, and young children relate very well to her. For example, as babies get tired, the childminder recognises their particular signs and follows their home routines. As a result, children settle to restful sleep and when they awake they are happy and ready for more play. She makes good use of settling-in periods to get to know children and their families. She obtains clear information from parents about children, so that she can meet their individual needs and interests successfully. The childminder helps children to develop a healthy lifestyle. She offers varied and nutritious snacks and meals, and supports children through the weaning process in consultation with their parents. The childminder focuses on praising young children's achievements, which raises their confidence and self-esteem. Children benefit from her patient manner and enjoy her attention, praise and consistent reassurance. As a result, they feel safe and
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provision is good
The childminder has a good understanding of her role in protecting children. She knows what to do should she have any concerns about a child in her care, which promotes children's safety and well-being. The childminder successfully implements the learning and development requirements. She observes and monitors children's progress and identifies their next steps for learning. The childminder is committed to improving outcomes for children. Since her inspection, she has gained a childcare qualification and this has enhanced her already good knowledge of early years practice. The childminder continually develops her knowledge and keeps up to date with new thinking and ideas through training and research. This has a positive impact on the learning outcomes for children.
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Setting details
Unique reference number EY375362 Local authority Surrey Inspection number 829422 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 2 April 2009
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Telephone number
The childminder registered in 2008. She lives in Tadworth, in the Borough of Reigate and Banstead. The childminder offers care all day, Monday to Friday, throughout the year, except for family and public holidays. The childminder holds an early years qualification at Level 3.
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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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