Heather, Kelly Nadine

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 8 May 2015 9 January 2009

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

Previous inspection: Good 2 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend Outstanding 1

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Outstanding 1

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Outstanding 1

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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This provision is outstanding

 The childminder's teaching is outstanding. She has a relevant childcare qualification and uses her very good knowledge to provide high-quality learning experiences that inspire and capture children's interests. She gives children the confidence to persevere and take on new challenges.  Children thrive in this caring home environment. They make rapid progress based on their starting points and are extremely well prepared for future learning because the quality of teaching is high.  The childminder sets very high standards and has high expectations of the children, creating a happy, harmonious atmosphere. Therefore, children's behaviour is very good. This successfully enhances children's emotional well-being.  Overall, children have access to an excellent range of good-quality toys and resources. This allows them to make independent choices in their play and continually extend their own learning.  Parents and the childminder form excellent partnerships. The childminder keeps parents

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This provision is outstanding

very well informed about their children's development and progress. She shares ideas and resources with parents to help them support their children's learning at home.  The childminder place a high priority on children's safety and well-being. She is secure in her knowledge of the procedures to follow should she have any concerns about a child's welfare. In addition, her robust risk assessments are thorough and detail all areas used. This helps to help minimise hazards to children.

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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

 continue to develop children's independence by enhancing their opportunities to choose from the very good range of toys and resources on offer.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed teaching practice and completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector looked at the documentation available, including children's assessments records, planning records and policies and procedures.  The inspector checked evidence of suitability of the childminder and household members, and discussed her methods for self-evaluation.  The inspector took account of parents' views using written comments available.

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who attend. This is outstanding

Children thrive and flourish in this exceptionally child-friendly home. The childminder has an excellent understanding of how children learn. She provides an extensive range of activities which motivate children and help them make the best possible progress. The childminder gives children's communication and language skills a very high priority. She makes excellent use of puppets throughout children's play. This ensures they remain extremely well focused and engage in many worthwhile conversations. The childminder uses excellent speaking and listening techniques, giving children time to think and respond. She is actively involved in children's play and sits on the floor with them as they sing songs, introducing musical instruments such as wrist bells and a harmonica. The childminder encourages children's grandparents to share their cultural backgrounds, which effectively enhances children's awareness of diversity. For example, they come and share

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who attend. This is outstanding

food, use chop sticks and explore musical instruments together.

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outstanding

Children form very secure emotional attachments with the childminder. This means that the childminder meets children's individual needs exceptionally well, ensuring that they are settled, happy, confident and motivated to learn. Children have an excellent understanding about the importance of a healthy diet. The childminder plans meals which are nutritious and she supports children to make healthy choices in their diet. Children benefit from an exceptional range of outdoor learning experiences. They participate in minibeast spotting, hunt for hidden items in local woods and enjoy stomping in muddy puddles. She gives them gentle reminders about how to keep safe. The childminder follows children's spontaneous interests by talking to them about what they see, for example, naming the different types of birds that visit the garden. This promotes their physical well-being, creativity and imagination as they play and explore.

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provision is outstanding

The childminder has an excellent understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She recognises that children have different learning styles and takes time to plan for their individuality. She completes precise observations and assessments and then uses this information to skilfully shape their learning experiences. The childminder attends regular training and is booked to complete forest school training to enable her to support children's outdoor play. She works closely with other professionals. For example, she regularly meets with other childminders and uses professional networking sites to gather ideas. The childminder regularly seeks the views of parents, grandparents, children and other professionals, to further enhance her very good practice.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY381292 Local authority Surrey Inspection number 829720 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 9 January 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2008. The childminder operates all year round, from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a childcare 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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