Childminder in Sutton

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 17 June 2015 16 March 2012

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Met 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 environment for children. They freely move around with confidence and display a strong sense of belonging. They use a large range of age-appropriate resources that help them make good progress.  The childminder regularly shares details of her observations and assessments of children's achievements, including the progress check for two-year-old children, with parents. This encourages parents to extend their children's learning at home further.  The childminder takes effective action to reduce hazards to children. As a result, children are cared for in a safe and secure environment.  The childminder has developed meaningful partnerships with other settings where children attend. This ensures continuity in children's care and learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children do not always have enough opportunities to help themselves to, or use, resources that help them to investigate and explore technology to extend their 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

 strengthen opportunities for children to investigate, explore and use technology in order to develop their understanding of the world further.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector had discussions with the childminder relating to her practice.  The inspector looked at areas of the premises used for childminding and sampled relevant documentation.  The inspector observed the childminder's practice and the learning opportunities she provided to the minded children that were present.  The inspector and childminder jointly observed children at play.

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who attend. This is good

Children make effective progress in their learning and development because the childminder has a good knowledge of how they learn. Children have daily opportunities to make choices about their play. The childminder is skilled at listening to children as they speak. She repeats words to aid their pronunciation and to reinforce their understanding. As a result, children are becoming skilful communicators. Generally, children have good opportunities to develop an understanding of the world. The childminder acknowledges a range of festivals to help children gain an understanding of various communities. Children learn about people who help us in the community. For example, they have had the opportunity to meet and talk to local police officers. The childminder prepares children well for the move to pre-school and school. She regularly takes them to playgroups. As a result, they learn how to behave in different social situations.

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good

Children share strong attachments with the childminder and they settle quickly into her care. She gathers detailed information from parents about the individual care needs of children. For example, she gains details of religious, dietary and medical information. This helps her to closely tailor care to meet the individual needs of children. Children obtain regular fresh air and exercise as they play with bats, balls and wheeled equipment in the garden. This promotes their physical well-being effectively. The childminder gives clear and consistent guidance for children about what is acceptable behaviour. As a result, children are clear about the rules on wearing seat belts when being transported in the car. The childminder praises children frequently so that they develop confidence and self- esteem.

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provision is good

The childminder has a secure knowledge and understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. She is able to recognise the possible signs that may indicate that a child could be at risk of harm. The childminder implements robust procedures for the recording and reporting of concerns. As a result, children's welfare is promoted well. The childminder provides parents with detailed feedback to keep them up to date about their children's care and learning. Consequently, parents are fully involved and informed about their children's progress and are encouraged to contribute to their learning and development. Parents are happy with the quality of care the childminder provides. The childminder suitably reflects on her practice. She has a clear understanding of her strengths and areas for development.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 122883 Local authority Sutton Inspection number 812334 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 16 March 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1994 and lives in Sutton, Surrey. She works Monday to Wednesday.

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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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