Childminder EY474994

Inspection date 28 November 2018 Previous inspection date 14 July 2016

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

Previous inspection: Good 2 Effectiveness of leadership and management Outstanding 1 Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Outstanding 1 Personal development, behaviour and welfare Outstanding 1 Outcomes for children Not Applicable

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This provision is outstanding

n The childminder provides inspirational experiences for children to learn and to be creative. For example, children thoroughly enjoyed a recent 'bake off' event and created cheesecakes they were extremely proud of. n The childminder and her assistant skilfully and regularly evaluate the service they offer. They know children exceptionally well. They offer resources for children to plan their own activities which consider their individual interests and learning styles effectively. n Children show outstanding levels of independence at the setting. Even the youngest children complete self-care tasks and dress almost independently. Children lay the table for dinner and happily create their own healthy wraps to eat. n Partnerships with parents are highly effective. They say the childminder is 'excellent' and 'often goes beyond expectations' with the support offered and activities organised. They appreciate the high-quality home-cooked food the childminder provides.

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This provision is outstanding

n Partnership with the children's school is highly effective. The childminder and her assistant have close links with teachers and communicate exceptionally well to support children's well-being. n The childminder uses an online tool to support her excellent communication with parents. She regularly updates the parents with messages from the children's school and news about their time at her setting. Parents enjoy seeing the photographs of their children having fun during activities.

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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

n continue to develop the already excellent opportunities for younger children to engage in quieter activities and relax after a full school day.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed the childminder's interactions with children and invited her to evaluate an activity. n The inspector assessed the childminder's and her assistant's understanding of how to keep children safe. n The inspector took account of the views of parents spoken to on the day of inspection. n The inspector observed children's activities indoors and outdoors, including dinner time and the school run. n The inspector sampled paperwork, including evidence of the suitability of adults, children's records, risk assessments and policies.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is outstanding

The highly experienced childminder plans her service meticulously to ensure the smooth running of the setting. She has a strong understanding of the legal requirements. The childminder develops her knowledge by reading online, which helps to inform her dynamic and imaginative activities with the children. For instance, she reads about children displaying different 'schemas' of play. She plans activities which support children's individual learning styles even further, such as transporting different items. The childminder ensures children's safety is central to all her plans. She carefully assesses risks, including the walk home from school. She ensures all children learn how to keep themselves safe by the road exceptionally well. The childminder supervises her assistant closely, they regularly discuss children's well-being and how to improve the activities offered. This helps to maintain outstanding experiences for children. The childminder

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is outstanding

and her assistant have excellent knowledge about the procedures to follow if they are concerned about a child's welfare. They undertake regular safeguarding training and confidently explain a wide range of indicators that shows children may be at risk of harm. Safeguarding is effective.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is outstanding

Children show exceptional levels of creativity. For example, they recently designed a play for their parents, including tickets, music and scripts. Older children help younger children to participate in productions. They develop high levels of self-esteem as they showcase their achievements to parents. Children are motivated to develop their coordination and mathematical skills to high levels. For example, they play pool with one another and 'tag' in the childminder's garden. The childminder is considering how to offer even more opportunities for younger children to relax and enjoy quieter activities after a busy day at school. The childminder offers an exciting range of community activities, such as trips to places of historical interest. These support children to develop an excellent knowledge of the world around them and get lots of fresh air and exercise. The childminder expertly determines where there are gaps in children's development,

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is outstanding

then creates new goals for them to work towards.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are outstanding

The childminder enthusiastically encourages children to 'have a go' at all activities and think through tasks for themselves. This supports them to develop excellent independence skills and to work out many challenges independently. Parents say their children are cared for in a kind and compassionate way and that their well-being is always considered. The childminder has implemented a fun programme to encourage children to develop good manners at mealtimes. They are eager to show their excellent table manners. They thoroughly enjoy the rewards of a group trip out to eat when they have achieved their goals on the programme.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY474994 Local authority Kingston upon Thames Inspection number 10075743 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 3 - 8 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 13 Date of previous inspection 14 July 2016

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Tolworth, in the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames. She works with an assistant. The childminder operates all year round from 7.30am to 9am and 3pm to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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Registers

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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