Childminder in Kingston upon Thames

Inspection date 4 December 2018 Previous inspection date 16 December 2015

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Good 2 Effectiveness of leadership and management Good 2 Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2 Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2 Outcomes for children Good 2

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This provision is good

n Children enjoy being with the childminder. She makes learning exciting and children respond well to her calm, patient and nurturing approach. n The childminder uses the local community and its resources well, providing experiences for children to extend their learning, socialise and develop wider relationships. n The childminder draws on children's individual interests to plan activities that challenge them. Children make good progress from their starting points and are well prepared for the next stage in their learning. n Children behave well. From a young age they learn the importance of manners, sharing and turn taking, which are reinforced by the child minder in a caring and nurturing way. This understanding of rules and boundaries supports children to feel secure in the setting and to have high self-esteem. n The childminder works well with other settings children attend. For instance, she shares observations and assessment information so that there is a shared approach to

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This provision is good

supporting children's learning and development. n The childminder does not make the most of every opportunity to develop children's independence skills. n The childminder does not consistently pursue opportunities to further develop children's understanding of the benefits of adopting a healthy lifestyle, including through healthy eating.

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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 increase opportunities to further develop children's independence skills. n pursue opportunities to further develop children's understanding of the benefits of adopting a healthy lifestyle, including through healthy eating.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector checked all areas of the childminder's home that are used by children. n The inspector asked the childminder questions throughout the inspection to test her understanding of the early years foundation stage. n The inspector observed the childminder's interactions with children and spoke to children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector looked at a sample of the childminder's documents, including information relating to children's learning, development and a range of policies and procedures. n The inspector spoke to parents and took account of their comments.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder understands the procedures to follow should she have concerns for a child's welfare. The childminder continuously looks at ways to improve the quality of her service. She gives parents opportunities to voice their views and values their input. Parents express their long-standing appreciation of the contribution she makes to their children's lives. For example, they comment on the progress their children have made and how much their children enjoy their time with her. The childminder attends training and childminding forums to develop and improve her knowledge on how best to support children's learning and well-being. She uses this knowledge to adapt and improve her practice. The childminder has met the recommendations from the previous inspection and increased resources that reflect diversity. She is passionate about her role and providing the best service to children. She

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

values the children she cares for and has high expectations for their achievements.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder implements effective processes to observe, assess and monitor children's progress. This helps her plan exciting activities that meet children's individual ages, abilities and interests. They make good progress from their starting points across all areas of learning. Children's progress is particularly good in communication and language. The childminder works in partnership with children's parents and other settings to ensure that children make sustained progress. For example, the childminder skilfully introduced new words when children explored a pretend 'snow' mixture, to describe it's texture. Children are keen and motivated to participate in activities.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children have fun with the childminder and smile happily at her continuous praise and encouragement. Children experience a range of activities outdoors, including visits to the local park and playgroups. The childminder encourages children to look after their environment, for example, they help to tidy away toys, putting them in the correct places. Children's confidence is supported through the childminder's use of positive and regular praise to encourage their good behaviour. Children have positive relationships with the childminder and each other. They are relaxed, content and ready to learn and play each day.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their starting points. They develop early communication and language, as well as mathematical skills, well. For example, children's vocabulary has increased well and they are able to point out and recognise different shapes around the home. The childminder skilfully models language and introduces new words. Children develop the necessary skills needed for their next stages of learning, such as the move to full-time education. They are confident and see this next stage as an exciting progression. They are nurtured by the childminder's positive interactions and feel secure in the setting.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY409270 Local authority Kingston upon Thames Inspection number 10063931 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 1 - 2 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5 Date of previous inspection 16 December 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in May 2010 and lives in the London Borough of Kingston- Upon-Thames. She operates her service on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 7.30am to 6pm.

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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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