Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)
Fullalove, Kim Lorraine
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- Inspection date verified
4 Jun 2015
- Inspectors verified
Rebecca Khabbazi
- Early years verified
Good
- Overall effectiveness verified
Good
- Previous overall verified
Good
- Name on report verified
Childminder Report
- URN verified
121735
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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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In line with other reports of this type graded Good.
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No standout praise found.
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No strong criticism found.
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Progress & outcomes6
“As a result, they make good progress in their learning.” p.1
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- Pages
- 5
- Words of findings
- 416
- shorter than usual (typical 691)
- Reading level
- Fairly hard
- Flesch 52, typical 49
- Average sentence
- 14 words
- Next steps
- 2
- typical 2
- Hedged sentences
- 3%
- “some”, “not always”, “most”…
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Inspection date
Previous inspection date 4 June 2015 18 March 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 childminder provides a welcoming, well-organised environment for children. There is a dedicated playroom with a good variety of resources that they can easily select for themselves. Children also enjoy playing outside in the well-equipped garden. The childminder makes regular observations of children's achievements. She uses these to plan a variety of interesting experiences for children that they are eager to take part in. As a result, they make good progress in their learning. The childminder works closely with parents and keeps them well informed. She uses a daily diary that provides useful details of what their children have done and achieved each day. The childminder shows a positive attitude to continually developing and improving her practice. She reflects on what she does and is keen to attend further training. 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 extended opportunities for children to learn about other cultures and beliefs through a variety of experiences. This does not fully enhance their understanding of the world. The childminder does not always obtain as much feedback as she could from parents regarding their views about their children's progress and the quality of teaching. This is because the questionnaires she uses focus on children's care rather than their learning.
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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 learn about different cultures and beliefs to further enhance their understanding of the world review arrangements for gathering feedback from parents to include their views about the quality of teaching and learning.
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Inspection activities
The inspector observed children taking part in activities in the playroom and garden. 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 supports children's learning well. She teaches them a range of useful skills that prepare them effectively for the next stage of learning and for school. She talks to children as they play, encouraging conversations and introducing new words. This helps children make particularly good progress in their communication and language development. During the inspection, the childminder helped children investigate what a sieve and a funnel do during water play. Children became absorbed in pouring water and filling containers. She encouraged children to persevere with the task of making models from dough. She talked to them about different shapes and sizes to help develop their understanding of mathematics. Children also enjoyed playing imaginative games in the home corner and listening to a familiar story.
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good
The childminder has good relationships with children and is responsive to their individual needs. This helps them feel secure and effectively promotes their physical and emotional well-being. Children settle quickly and grow in confidence. They develop useful independence skills, for instance when they pour a drink of water for themselves. The childminder makes daily checks of the home and garden to make sure children can play safely. She provides healthy meals and snacks that she adapts according to children's needs. She teaches children about food that is good for them through practical activities, such as growing vegetables. Children are eager to taste new fruit at snack time. They benefit from a wide range of activities in the garden and 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 has a professional approach and maintains all required records conscientiously. She is familiar with child protection procedures, which helps safeguard children's welfare. The childminder monitors children's progress and reviews their development regularly. This helps her identify any areas where children are doing well or where they might need more support. She makes use of local training where possible to develop her skills. For instance, she introduced new activities to challenge children after a course on exploring learning. The childminder reflects on what she does and makes sure she keeps up to date with any changes. She takes steps to improve the provision, which has a positive impact on outcomes for children. For instance, she has introduced a vegetable patch for children. This enhances opportunities to explore the natural world.
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Setting details
Unique reference number 121735 Local authority Surrey Inspection number 840394 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 18 March 2009
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Telephone number
The childminder registered in 1996. She lives in Caterham, Surrey. The childminder cares for children all day each weekday throughout the year and occasionally at weekends. She holds a relevant 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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