Childminder, Out-of school day care in Surrey

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 30 November 2016 Not applicable

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder is aware of the procedures to follow to safeguard children. She understands the importance of monitoring children's attendance and keeping up to date with new legislation.  The childminder knows how to keep children safe. She understands the need to carry out risk assessments, such as when going on outings.  The childminder knows how to teach the children about healthy lifestyles, such as through discussions about healthy snacks and regular exercise.  The childminder understands how to use information from her observation and assessment of children's progress, to help plan for the next steps in their learning.  The childminder recognises the importance of working in partnership with parents and external agencies to meet children's individual learning and care needs.  The childminder seeks to enhance her knowledge and skills through further training. She understands the importance of evaluating her practice and seeking the views of

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The provision meets requirements

There were no children present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no children present, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states whether the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed the areas of the childminder's house and garden that she plans to use for the care of children.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder about her knowledge of the early years foundation stage, including her understanding of the progress check for children aged between two and three years.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she plans to deliver the learning and development requirements.  The inspector discussed with the childminder her self-evaluation and improvement plans.  The inspector looked at relevant records, and discussed the policies and documents that the childminder intends to use when caring for children, including those for safeguarding and working with parents.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY483611 Local authority Surrey Inspection number 999682 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 13

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2014. She lives in Chilworth, near Guildford, Surrey. She operates for most of the year, Monday to Friday. There were no children present in the early years age range at the time of the inspection.

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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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Telephone number

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