Childminder in Kingston upon Thames

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 20 September 2016 9 May 2016

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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

 Since the last inspection, the childminder has worked hard to address the actions and recommendations that were raised. She has improved the service she offers for children and families. For example, she has implemented a new observation and assessment system and is able to monitor children's development more closely.  The childminder successfully supports children's independence and confidence. For example, children are encouraged to make decisions and choose resources of interest.  Children form secure and caring attachments with the childminder. They show that they feel safe, secure and comfortable in her company.  The childminder gathers information about children's learning through good quality observations. She uses these to effectively plan suitably challenging activities for children which focus on individual children's next steps. Children make good progress across all areas of learning.

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This provision is good

 The partnerships with parents are strong. The childminder shares good quality information with parents and they work together to meet children's individual needs.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not make the most of opportunities to develop children's understanding of healthy lifestyles.  The childminder does not consider fully how to share information with other settings children attend, to provide consistency in their care and learning.

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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 opportunities for children to learn about the importance of healthy lifestyles  enhance information sharing with other providers to help provide consistency in children's learning and care.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke to the childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector engaged with the children during the inspection.  The inspector undertook a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector observed the children during their indoor play activities, as well as their snack routine.  The inspector sampled various documents, including children's learning records, the childminder's self-evaluation form, risk assessments and a selection of policies and procedures.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good understanding of her role to protect children. She knows the correct procedures to follow should she have a concern about a child's welfare. The childminder has clear procedures in place to check the suitability and practice of her assistant. The childminder regularly reflects on her practice taking into account the views of parents and children, such as through questionnaires and surveys. She uses the feedback to make improvements to the service she provides; for example, introducing visits to local playgroups for children to socialise with others. The childminder closely monitors children's progress, quickly identifying where children may require extra support. She puts strategies in place, working closely with parents and other professionals to provide targeted support.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder knows children in her care well and ensures that the choice of activities available to them meets their individual preferences and stages of development. Children delight in outdoor activities and have access to a well-resourced garden. They develop a good understanding of the natural world. They use magnifying glasses and binoculars to hunt for insects and watch birds in the sky. Children develop their physical skills well. For example, they use a range of tools playing in the mud kitchen, handling different materials such as sand. The childminder supports children's communication skills well. For example, she engages children in conversation as they play and asks them interesting questions, which helps to encourage children to develop their ideas.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children confidently explore the safe and stimulating environment. The childminder manages children's behaviour well. Children learn to be kind and considerate to one another. They take turns in sharing resources during activities. The childminder consistently praises children and encourages them to achieve, building their sense of well- being. Children are active and enjoy outings, such as visits to the park to support their physical well-being. The childminder conducts regular and effective risk assessments for her home and on all outings.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are happy and confident. They understand rules and readily follow instructions, such as helping to tidy away toys and getting ready for outdoor play. Children develop good mathematical skills as they learn to count and to recognise shapes in the environment. Children thoroughly enjoy choosing from a wide range of books that reflect their interests and support their desire to read at a young age. Children successfully gain the skills they need for their next stage of learning, such as their move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY331954 Local authority Kingston upon Thames Inspection number 1054289 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 2 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2006. She lives in Kingston upon Thames, Surrey. The childminder works with an assistant and offers care from Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm, all year round, except for family holidays and bank holidays. The childminder is eligible to receive funding to provide free early education for children aged three and four years.

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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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