Childminder EY318770

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 1 March 2017 8 September 2014

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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 establishes good partnerships with parents. They share regular information about children's progress, next steps in learning and care routines. For example, she encourages parents to provide information about children's interests and development at home.  The childminder assesses children's progress accurately. She has a good knowledge of children's interests and next steps, and uses this successfully to move them forward in their learning. Children make good progress, are motivated to learn and are well prepared for their future learning.  The childminder supports children's physical development skilfully. For example, children focus well as they push pasta into playdough to make characters and learn how to use scissors.  The childminder is a good role model and children behave well. For example, she encourages children to be kind and gentle towards each other and teaches them to

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not review her practice routinely, to include feedback from the children and parents, to identify where further improvements can be made.  The childminder misses some opportunities to help children to develop their thinking skills and solve problems.

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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

 extend self-evaluation to include the views of children and parents routinely to identify where further improvements can be made  provide more consistent support for children to think through ideas and solve problems for themselves.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching indoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection, and carried out a joint evaluation of the teaching and learning.  The inspector viewed the areas of the childminder's home used by children.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as policies and children's records.  The inspector took account of parents' views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a secure knowledge of how to keep children safe. She has a clear understanding of the process to follow should she need to report any concerns about a child's well-being. The childminder works effectively in partnership with other settings that children attend. For example, they share information about children's progress and welfare. The childminder is committed to her professional development to improve the service she provides. Recent training, for example, has helped her to improve the accuracy of her assessments of children's learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder plans a range of interesting activities that engages children well and helps them develop their understanding of the world. For example, children enjoy visits to museums, garden centres and pet shops. The childminder supports children's early literacy skills effectively. For instance, she encourages children to share books and helps them to recognise letters and practise their writing. The childminder provides children with a range of opportunities to explore their creative ideas. For example, children use their imaginations as they pretend to prepare food and drinks in the kitchen role-play area. The childminder encourages children to consider the differences and similarities between themselves and other people. For example, she provides a range of toys that reflects diversity and helps children learn about the different celebrations people have.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is caring and affectionate, and children demonstrate secure and trusting relationships with her. She provides effective opportunities for children to become independent. For instance, she encourages older children to help prepare meals and snacks and to clear away after eating. The childminder supports children's emotional well- being successfully. For example, she uses 'emotion faces' to help children understand their feelings and how their actions affect other people. Children gain a good understanding about healthy lifestyles. For example, the childminder helps children consider healthy toppings for pancakes, plans daily outdoor physical activity and helps them to learn about staying safe on the roads.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children enjoy each other's company, treat each other with respect and demonstrate caring attitudes. For example, they recognise when a friend needs comfort from their favourite toy and fetch this for them. Children are strong communicators and express themselves with confidence. For instance, they laugh and comment on things they find funny. Children develop their early mathematical skills. For example, they compare the size of objects and count accurately.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY318770 Local authority Kingston upon Thames Inspection number 1070739 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 8 September 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2006. She operates her service from her home in Worcester Park, Surrey. She works Monday to Friday from 7am to 5pm, all year round. She holds a relevant early years 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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