Childminder in Surrey

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 12 March 2018 Not applicable

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has a good understanding of safeguarding. She knows how to assess and minimise the risks for children within her home. She is aware of what steps to take if she has concerns about children's welfare, to keep them safe.  The childminder understands the importance of regular observations and assessments. She knows how to support children in their next stage of learning.  The childminder recognises the need to work closely with parents and others involved in children's learning, to help provide consistency in children's development.  The childminder knows how to promote positive behaviour, and recognises the need to teach children to value and respect each other's differences.  The childminder has a secure understanding of how to teach children about leading healthy lifestyles, including through regular exercise and healthy eating.  The childminder recognises the benefit of regular self-evaluation, to help her identify

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The provision meets requirements

and address the areas for further development. She understands the need to keep up to date with changes in practice and new legislation.

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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 had a tour of the areas of the premises to be used for childminding.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder about how she intends to meet learning and development, and safeguarding and welfare requirements when caring for children.  The inspector sampled documentation, including the childminder's qualifications and her policies and procedures.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder about evaluating the effectiveness of her provision.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY491714 Local authority Surrey Inspection number 1030807 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2015. She lives in Epsom, Surrey. The childminder offers a flexible service during the week between 9am and 6pm, for 48 weeks a year.

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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

procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children’s services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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