Childminder in Surrey

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 16 March 2016 16 March 2011

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This inspection: Good 2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2

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This provision is good

 The childminder is very skilled at extending children's early language development. For example, she repeats children's speech and teaches them new words. Children learn to communicate well and make good progress in their learning.  The childminder builds very good bonds with children. She is calm and caring, and she spends time playing and talking with children in a positive way. Children are happy, safe, secure and ready to learn.  Parent partnerships are good. Parents speak highly of the childminder's care and support for their children's development. They welcome her feedback about their children's routines, activities and achievements.  The childminder takes positive steps to evaluate her effectiveness and to make improvements. For example, she seeks the views of parents through questionnaires and receives very complimentary feedback about the care she provides.  The childminder helps children learn key social skills and grow in confidence. They are

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This provision is good

well prepared for their move on to nursery or school. For example, the childminder takes children out into the community and regularly attends local playgroups.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Occasionally, the childminder does not give children enough time to respond to her questions to develop their thinking skills further.

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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

 increase the opportunities for children to think and solve problems for themselves.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed children and the childminder playing together.  The inspector examined a sample of documentation, including safeguarding policies and procedures, and children's records.  The inspector and childminder discussed the play activities and children's learning during the inspection, and undertook a joint observation of children's play.  The inspector observed the quality of teaching and the impact this had on children's learning.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder is keen to continue to improve her knowledge and skills. For example, she does research and shares ideas with other professionals. The childminder effectively evaluates her practices so that children benefit. For instance, she recently introduced new resources to encourage children's indoor physical play. The childminder develops effective links with other settings that children attend. She works closely with them to share information on children's progress and development. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder knows the signs that would cause concern about a child's welfare. She has a clear understanding of the reporting procedures to follow.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a good understanding of each child's development. She regularly observes children's play and plans enjoyable and challenging activities to encourage good progress. She monitors children's development closely, quickly identifies any gaps in learning and offers extra support when necessary. The childminder spends her time playing with children and extends their learning well. For example, children enjoy predicting what will happen next as they read stories together. The childminder very skilfully supports early mathematical development. For instance, she encouraged children to count and recognise colours as they explored decorated eggs.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder provides a welcoming and stimulating environment where children are happy and at ease. The childminder is very nurturing and children are keen for her to join in their play. The childminder is a good role model. Children behave well and treat each other, and the home, respectfully. Children learn to share and play well together. For example, they take turns with toys and actively include each other in their play. Children enjoy nutritious and healthy home-made food. They receive plenty of fresh air and regular opportunities for physical exercise. For instance, they visit local parks and use the childminder's garden.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in all areas of their learning. They confidently choose their play and develop a sense of independence, such as when washing their own hands before meals. Children's communication and language are supported effectively. Children enjoy talking to each other and the childminder and become confident communicators. Children use their imaginations and express themselves well. For example, they enjoy role play activities alongside their friends, such as using tools to fix things. Children show good control over creative equipment and are learning the skills they need for their future.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 121575 Local authority Surrey Inspection number 840385 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 16 March 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1998. She lives in Merstham, Surrey. The childminder has a childcare qualification at level 3 and cares for children between 7am and 7pm each weekday, all year. The childminder works with two other registered childminders.

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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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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