Childminder in Surrey

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 19 January 2017 6 June 2016

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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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 set. She has improved the service she offers for children and families. For example, the childminder now regularly shares information with parents and collects information when children start to support their settling in.  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.  The childminder has a positive attitude to her work. She continues to develop and improve her knowledge to benefit children. For example, she attends regular training

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This provision is good

and is currently completing an early years qualification at level 5.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Sometimes, when supporting play, the childminder asks questions to extend children's learning but does not allow quite enough time for them to think through their responses.  Children have few opportunities to explore and experiment with a wide range of media, to support their curious and investigative nature.

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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

 provide children with plenty of time to think, respond and talk through their own ideas  develop opportunities for children to explore and experiment with a range of media using their senses.

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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 and 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

The childminder regularly reflects on her provision to drive improvement. She takes into account the views of parents and children through a variety of ways, such as feedback and questionnaires. For example, following a recent evaluation, the children enjoy more trips to the park and nature walks to develop their understanding of the world. The childminder meets regularly with other childminders to share ideas and good practice. She closely monitors children's progress to ensure she swiftly closes any gaps in their learning. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good understanding of how to keep children safe and of the procedure to follow should she have any concerns about their welfare.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn. She helps them to make good progress by planning activities based on their interests and next steps in learning. Children use their imaginations and express themselves well. For example, they enjoy role-play activities, such as preparing pretend meals for each other and their dolls. They are delighted when the enthusiastic childminder joins in with their play; she follows their lead as they laugh and giggle together. The childminder supports children's communication development well. For example, during song time she uses visual aids to support children's language and encourages them to choose their own song.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder acts as a positive role model for children. She manages children's behaviour effectively. She gives lots of encouragement and praise throughout activities, and helps children develop their self-esteem and confidence. Children learn to share and take turns, and the childminder models good manners. The childminder encourages children to learn about healthy lifestyles. For example, she involves children in choosing their snack and they look through play foods deciding which ones are healthy and which ones are not. The childminder completes regular risk assessments and makes sure her home is safe and secure. Children have a good understanding of how to keep themselves safe. For example, they explain to the childminder that she needs to be careful when using a knife to cut up their snack as it can be dangerous.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are happy and confident. They are well supported to make good progress from their starting points. They gain useful skills through activities that extend their knowledge in literacy and mathematics. For example, they match alphabet letters to their sounds during puzzles and count objects during sorting games. Children are well prepared for the next stage in their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY442256 Local authority Hounslow Inspection number 1057894 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2012. She lives in Feltham, Middlesex. The childminder operates her service Monday to Saturday, from 6am to 9pm, all year round, except for family holidays and bank holidays. The childminder is registered to provide overnight care. She holds a childcare qualification at level 3.

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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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