Childminder in Kingston upon Thames

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 6 August 2015 Not applicable

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Not applicable 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 has formed strong relationships with the children. As a result, children play confidently and independently in her home. This promotes their emotional well- being.  Young children attend playgroups with the childminder to promote their learning. This supports their social, physical and communication development well.  The childminder has a strong focus on healthy lifestyles. She prepares nutritious, home- cooked meals and practices good hygiene routines, promoting children's physical well- being.  The childminder constantly reflects on her practice. Training and research help her to improve her knowledge. She asks parents and children for their views to strengthen and inform her self-evaluation process.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 On occasions, the childminder talks to children without allowing them enough time to process what she says.  The childminder does not always make the best of outdoor play to fully support those children who prefer to learn outside.

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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

 support children's communication and language development further by giving them enough time to think about what is being said  extend children's outdoor experiences to support further those children who prefer to learn outside.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed all areas in the house used by children.  The inspector and childminder participated in a joint observation.  The inspector reviewed a sample of documentation.  The inspector discussed safeguarding and self-evaluation with the childminder.

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who attend. This is good

Children have access to a good variety of resources to support their learning. Activities for younger children are accessible and this promotes their independence as they choose their own activities. The childminder plans activities to help children make progress. For example, she uses puzzles effectively to help develop children's pairing and matching skills. Parents are happy with the care and 'home from home' environment. They feel their children make good progress and are ready for their next stage of development. The childminder provides an informative report about the child to help facilitate the move to nursery or school. The childminder has a good understanding of child development and uses this to help identify any gaps in children's learning. The childminder quickly identifies children's additional needs and provides extra help. She works very closely with parents and others to support children's learning and development.

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good

The childminder checks for risks daily. She removes hazards and helps children to keep safe by talking to them about risk. For example, she asks children to be careful when they carry pencils around the room. The childminder has a good knowledge of child protection concerns and follows a comprehensive safeguarding policy. This helps her keep children safe. The childminder uses lots of praise and encouragement during interactions with children. She reminds them how to behave well. She encourages children to walk inside the house and tidy up after they have finished playing.

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provision is good

The childminder supervises her assistant effectively with regular discussions. She gives her clear instructions on how she can help support the children. When the childminder makes changes, she explains these to her assistant. Her assistant has relevant training and has a good understanding of what to do in an emergency. The childminder reads relevant articles to extend her childcare knowledge, such as guidance to help children manage their own risks. In addition, she recognises the different ways some boys and girls learn so that she can provide suitable activities. The childminder reviews her policies and procedures regularly to ensure they remain up to date and shares these with her assistant.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY446016 Local authority Kingston upon Thames Inspection number 895748 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in New Malden, Surrey. The childminder is open from 7.30am to 6.30pm Monday to Friday, all year round. She receives government funding for free nursery education for children aged two, three and four years. The childminder works with an assistant.

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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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