Childminder in Surrey

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 23 June 2015 10 February 2010

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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 stimulating, warm and caring environment for children. Children settle quickly and are happy and thrive in her care.  The childminder has a good understanding of how to promote children's learning in all areas and she provides interesting activities. As a result, children are excited and engaged, and develop well in all areas.  The childminder works in effective partnership with parents and she values the two-way flow of communication. Parents contribute and share information about their children's learning and they speak highly of the childminder.  The childminder uses effective methods to support children's move to school and other settings. As a result, children feel comfortable and excited about the move.  The childminder praises children to increase their confidence. Children feel safe and supported to try new things and to take risks appropriate to their age.  The childminder values the importance of keeping children safe. She provides a safe

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This provision is good

environment and clearly understands the procedure to follow should she have concerns about children's welfare.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder provides stimulating activities for young children to explore the shapes and sizes of different objects. There are limited opportunities however, for them to explore different textures and consistencies.  Babies enjoy exploring the feelings and sounds of textured baby books. However, the childminder does not always use these opportunities to read the stories to them.

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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

 enhance sensory play activities by providing more opportunities for children to use varied resources to explore textures  extend babies' independent exploration of books by reading the story to them to increase their developing literacy skills.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke to the childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector engaged with the child during the inspection.  The inspector undertook a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector observed indoor learning and play activities, and the lunch routine.  The inspector sampled a variety of relevant policies, procedures, risk assessments and records of children's progress and learning.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder engages in positive, caring and meaningful interactions with children throughout the day. She effectively promotes their communication, language and physical skills, with a strong focus on children's contentment and well-being. She encourages babies to explore with sounds and engages in constant communication with them to promote this. As a result, babies explore with sounds as an emerging form of communication. The childminder effectively challenges children according to their age and ability. Children make good progress and the childminder celebrates their achievements. The childminder includes mathematical language in her interactions with young children to promote an awareness of shapes and colours. The childminder accurately assesses and monitors children's learning. She uses this to show their progression, plan for the next stages in their learning and to seek additional support for them if needed.

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good

The childminder shares a close relationship with the children. Children seek reassurance from the childminder when needed, showing that they feel safe and supported in her care. The childminder sets clear boundaries for children and they understand the appropriate way to behave. The childminder highly values outdoor play and the health benefits and learning gained from it. As a result, children enjoy many opportunities to explore the outdoors and often have picnics for lunch. The childminder has robust risk assessments that are in-depth and cover all areas of her provision. The childminder has a good knowledge of how to keep children safe. She promotes independence in older children and she effectively supports the intimate care needs of babies and young children. The childminder maintains a good hygiene routine and babies have their hands cleaned before being fed, teaching them the importance of personal hygiene from an early age.

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provision is good

The childminder highly values professional development and attends many relevant courses. She uses the knowledge gained to improve practice for the benefit of the children. For example, she has attended a course related to promoting children's language skills and uses the techniques learned to extend children's skills in this area. The childminder continually undertakes good and focused self-evaluation. She takes takes into account the views of parents and children, and uses the information gained to make improvements to the service she offers. The childminder regularly updates her safeguarding and paediatric first-aid training to ensure the continued safety and well-being of children. She works in effective partnership with other professionals and shares relevant information as needed. This enables the childminder to effectively support children with additional needs, and ensures continuity of their learning and care.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY400248 Local authority Surrey Inspection number 831024 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 10 February 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2009. She lives in the Knaphill area of Woking, Surrey. The childminder offers care Monday to Friday, from 7.30am until 6pm, all year round; except for family and bank holidays. She has 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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