Childminder in Surrey

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 23 June 2015 12 October 2011

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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 interesting activities to motivate children to learn. She engages children well through purposeful play. As a result, all children, including those with additional needs, make good progress from their starting points.  Children develop positive relationships with the childminder who meets their physical and emotional needs well.  The childminder gives gentle reminders about the behaviour she expects to help children learn. Consequently, children play cooperatively and behave very well.  Children develop good communication skills. The childminder engages children in lots of conversations that support their acquisition of language very well.  Partnerships with parents and other providers are strong. The two-way flow of information helps provide continuity for children and involves parents well in their children's learning.  The childminder evaluates her practice effectively and considers children's and parents'

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not consistently use opportunities to develop children's awareness of numbers and counting through everyday routines and activities.

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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 to further develop children's awareness of numbers and counting.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector had a tour of the areas used for childminding.  The inspector examined children's records, policies and other documents.  The inspector observed children and the childminder during play and carried out a joint observation.  The inspector read testimonials from parents to gain their views.  The inspector discussed the childminder's self-evaluation process.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder uses her knowledge and understanding of how children learn to plan a variety of activities that support their learning. As a result, children make good progress. Children learn about the world around them. For example, they look at caterpillars and discuss that they will become butterflies. The childminder supports children's communication and language skills effectively through a variety of activities. She repeats words to help children learn new vocabulary and uses skilful questions to help children think. The childminder supports children with writing and developing their literacy skills in readiness for school. For example, children learn to recognise their names because they have opportunities to see them. The childminder helps children prepare for the next stage in their learning well. She takes children on outings to develop their understanding of the local community and the world around them.

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good

The childminder provides a welcoming environment for children where they feel safe and secure. She holds discussions with parents when children first start to determine their care and learning needs. This enables the childminder to plan for children from the outset. As a result, children settle quickly into her care. Children learn about hygienic practices and healthy lifestyles. They follow regular routines of hand washing and develop their self-care skills well. The childminder regularly practises the evacuation drill with children and discusses road safety with them. This helps them to learn about keeping themselves safe. The childminder teaches children about differences in society so they learn about diversity and different cultures.

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provision is good

The childminder has a secure understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. She carries out thorough risk assessments to keep children safe in her home and garden. The childminder has a secure knowledge of the signs and symptoms of abuse and what would give her concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder has a good knowledge of children's learning and development. She regularly assesses children's progress and shares this with parents. This supports parents' involvement in their children's learning at home. The childminder shares ideas with other providers. She attends regular training to help maintain good standards and positive outcomes for children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY292959 Local authority Surrey Inspection number 833846 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 12 October 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2004. She lives in Camberley, Surrey. The childminder works Monday to Friday for most of the year. She holds a relevant level 3 qualification.

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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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