Childminder in Surrey

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 19 September 2017 Not applicable

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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

 Children are happy and enjoy their time with the childminder. He provides activities that motivate them to take part. Children make good progress in their development.  The childminder places great emphasis on promoting children's physical health and well-being. A lot of time is spent outdoors in the garden, and children engage in active play. Children enjoy and benefit from many outings. For example, the childminder takes them out each day to local parks and playgroups.  The childminder supports children's early speaking skills well. For example, he asks questions to extend children's learning, gives them time to respond and listens carefully. He values what children have to say.  The childminder helps children to learn to manage their feelings appropriately. Children behave well and are able to share and take turns with the resources.  The childminder has formed successful partnerships with other childminders. He meets

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This provision is good

up with them regularly to share good practice ideas. The childminder uses regular training to keep his knowledge and skills up to date.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 At times, the childminder carries out small manageable tasks for children rather than recognising the opportunity to encourage them to try things first.  The childminder does not offer consistent opportunities for children to learn about the differences between themselves and others in society.

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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

 make the most of everyday opportunities for children to develop their independence further  develop the opportunities for children to learn about differences between themselves and others in society, to increase their knowledge of the world.

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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 and outdoor play activities, as well as during their snack routine.  The inspector sampled various documents, including children's learning records, the childminder's self-evaluation, risk assessments and a selection of policies and procedures.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good knowledge of safeguarding practices and the reporting procedures to follow to support the welfare of all children in his care. The childminder checks the progress of each child and, when he identifies any gaps in children's learning, provides well-targeted support to help them catch up. He involves parents in their children's learning and keeps them regularly updated, for example, during their daily discussions. He also shares information about the children's learning with them to provide consistency for children. The childminder works well with his co-childminder and, together, they regularly reflect on the service they offer. He takes into account the views of parents through their feedback and considers children's needs and interests, to continually improve the service he provides.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides a welcoming and stimulating environment that supports children's learning and development effectively. The childminder follows the children's lead in play and has a good understanding of how children learn. He plans a broad range of activities based around their interests and next steps in learning. Children talk excitedly about their chosen activity. For example, they talk about the colours they are using to paint their castle and who they think lives inside. Children delight in involving the childminder in their games. For example, with the childminder's encouragement, children confidently take on challenges as they persevere in kicking a soft football into a goal. They laugh and play games with the childminder as they take turns to be in goal.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children form close, secure relationships with the childminder and show that they are very happy in his care. The childminder frequently praises children for their achievements, which helps to support their self-esteem and emotional well-being. The childminder supports children's good health effectively. For example, children help to plant vegetables in the garden. They care for them as they grow and help prepare them at mealtimes, as part of developing a good understanding of where food comes from. The childminder skilfully teaches children about safety. For example, he talks to children about how to use equipment, such as scissors or digging tools, safely.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress from their starting points. They are inquisitive and explore resources with enthusiasm. They concentrate well during planned activities and are eager to learn. Children are sociable, play well together and learn from each other. They develop good physical skills. For example, they use spades to fill containers with soil and develop coordination as they use scissors. Children are developing the necessary skills for their future learning and eventual moves to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY487961 Local authority Surrey Inspection number 1012463 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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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. He is based in West Ewell, in Surrey. The childminder works in partnership with his wife, who is also a registered childminder. The childminder offers care Monday to Friday, from 7.15am to 6.30pm, all year round, except for family holidays and bank holidays.

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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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