Childminder in Surrey

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 7 May 2015 25 November 2014

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Inadequate 4 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

 Since the last inspection, the childminder has improved her knowledge of the signs and symptoms that may indicate a child is at risk of harm. She knows what to do and who to contact if she has any concerns about a child in her care.  The childminder knows how children learn. She plans a range of worthwhile activities that ensure children's knowledge is secure before introducing new learning opportunities. The childminder plans activities to suit the individual needs of the children.  The childminder regularly shares children’s achievements with parents. Together they outline what children need to learn next. This helps parents understand the purpose of the activities in which their children take part. The childminder gathers information about children’s learning from other settings they attend. This allows her to complement the activities they undertake elsewhere.  The childminder evaluates her practice and outlines her aims for the future. She

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This provision is good

recognises how she can improve activities and amends her practice to make sure children achieve as much as possible. She has identified training courses to improve further her knowledge of how to support children’s learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Although children have some opportunities to talk through their ideas, the childminder does not always encourage this during planned activities to help improve their communication skills.  The childminder does not always help children to link letters and sounds so they can further develop their early reading 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

 improve children’s communication skills further by providing more opportunities for children to talk through their ideas during planned activities  enhance children’s early reading skills by talking to children more about the link between sounds and letters.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector held discussions with the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector observed the childminder's interaction with the children during activities inside the home and in the garden.  The inspector looked at policy documents and planning records.  The inspector discussed the childminder's self-evaluation.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder is enthusiastic when presenting activities. As a result, children reflect her enthusiasm. They are keen to show what they know and are eager to learn new things. Children enjoy playing mathematical games where they find the correct digit to match the number of objects displayed on cards. The childminder sometimes helps children understand the link between sounds and letters. However, this is not consistent enough to fully develop children’s early reading skills. Children enjoy searching for numbers and letters in the garden. The childminder praises children when they correctly identify a letter or number. During spontaneous activities, children have plenty of time to talk though their ideas. However, children have less opportunity to do this during planned activities that focus on a specific task. While reading stories, the childminder pauses to allow children to comment on the pictures. She asks questions that encourage children to talk about the

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who attend. This is good

story. Children benefit from trips to local playgroups, where they can mix with other children. They also visit the park, where they enjoy physical activity.

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good

New children settle well with the childminder because she takes time to get to know them and gathers information from parents about all aspects of their care. The childminder’s home is clean and safe, with resources placed where children can easily see them and choose what they want to play with. Children are relaxed and confident in the childminder’s company. Children behave well because the childminder has high expectations. She encourages children to share paints while they create pictures for their family. The childminder prepares children well for school by teaching them the importance of listening carefully and always trying their best. She teaches children how to manage their personal needs. The childminder provides nutritious meals and snacks to promote children's good health.

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provision is good

The childminder has a secure understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. Teaching is effective and ensures all children make good progress in their learning. The childminder observes children to find out what they already know and what they still need to learn. The childminder’s planning is based on children’s interests and covers all areas of learning. She works well with parents and obtains regular updates on children’s care and learning needs. This effective partnership provides children with the consistency of care needed to promote their emotional well-being.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY406324 Local authority Surrey Inspection number 1012789 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 25 November 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2010 on the Early Years Register, and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The ground floor of the childminder's home is used for childminding and there is an enclosed outdoor play area.

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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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