Childminder in Kingston upon Thames

Inspection date 12 February 2019 Previous inspection date 28 September 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 Outstanding 1 Outcomes for children Good 2

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This provision is good

n The childminder uses her strong knowledge of how children learn in order to provide a rich and stimulating environment. There is an extensive range of resources and children make independent choices about what they want to play with. n Partnerships with parents are strong. The childminder regularly shares information with parents about children's progress and care routines. Parents speak highly of the childminder and say that they are very happy with the care and education that their children receive. n The childminder has successfully addressed the recommendation raised at the last inspection. She has increased her knowledge of implementing mathematics in children's play. n The childminder is an exemplary role model, who teaches children how to act with care and caution. For example, children know how to care for animals and treat them with kindness. This helps children not to frighten pets and to create a positive relationship

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This provision is good

between them and the pets. n The childminder has a positive attitude towards developing her provision even further. She uses self-evaluation effectively to makes careful plans for improvement, for example by developing her garden area to extend opportunities for children to learn in the outdoor area. n Occasionally, the childminder does not make the most of opportunities to help children develop their literacy skills, particularly in linking letters to their sounds.

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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 extend children's literacy skills, in particular to help develop their understanding of letters and their sounds.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector spoke to the childminder and the children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector observed the childminder's interactions with the children. n The inspector sampled a range of documentation, including policies, procedures, safeguarding information and children's records. n The inspector conducted a tour of the premises used for childminding purposes. n The inspector and childminder jointly observed children at play.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder closely supervises children as they play and completes regular risk assessments of the home and during outings. This helps to identify potential hazards and provides a safe environment for children. The childminder is alert to signs that children may be at risk of harm and knows how to report concerns about their welfare. She ensures her assistant knows her role and regularly updates her of changes to child protection. The childminder is proactive in making sure that she keeps up to date with new ideas and builds on her skills and knowledge. For example, since her last inspection, she has achieved a qualification at level 3 in early years and increased her knowledge of child development.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder completes regular observations and assessments of children's progress and development. She uses this information to plan next steps and help them to make good progress in each area of learning. The childminder knows the children well and has high expectations for their learning. She understands the importance of engaging children within the wider community, and they regularly visit local groups, parks and places of interest. The childminder plays alongside children and interacts well to guide and extend their learning effectively. Children's communication and language skills are extremely well supported. For example, the childminder asks children a good range of open-ended questions to support them to express their thoughts and ideas. Children persevere as they use fishing rods with hooks to catch fish, which helps to promote children's hand-to-eye coordination and physical skills well.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are outstanding

The childminder supports children's emotional and personal care needs exceptionally well. Children develop high levels of independence during daily routines. For example, at mealtimes, they are encouraged to cut up fruit and to create their own sandwiches under the childminder's careful guidance. They learn how to assess risks and take precautions to keep themselves safe. For instance, when preparing fruit, children explain why they must be careful not to put their fingers near the sharp part of the knife. Older children are confident and proficient in managing their personal care needs. For instance, they independently use the toilet and wash their hands. These activities are highly effective in supporting children's understanding of a healthy lifestyle. Children behave extremely well and care about each other. They fully understand the importance of sharing, and take turns without argument.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their individual starting points. Their mathematical skills are developing well. For example, they regularly use mathematical concepts, such as size and positional language, practise identifying numerals and count objects in their play with confidence. Children develop an understanding of the world around them. They talk about the transformation of tadpoles to frogs. Children are developing positive attitudes towards learning. They gain a range of valuable skills to prepare them for the next stage of their education, including the move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 132133 Local authority Kingston upon Thames Inspection number 10063919 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 2 - 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection 28 September 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 1999. She lives in Surbiton, located in the Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames. The childminder works Monday to Friday, all year round, from 7am to 6.30pm. She sometimes works with an assistant and holds a childcare qualification at level 3.

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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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