Childminder in Surrey

Inspection date 25 March 2019 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Not applicable 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 The childminder uses the good knowledge she has acquired through her years of experience and childcare qualification to provide children with high-quality learning experiences. Children make good progress in their learning given their starting points. n The childminder uses her observations of children to identify their interests. She tracks their development and periodically shares this with their parents to support continued learning. n Children form secure emotional attachments and positive relationships with the childminder. This has a positive impact on their emotional and physical well-being. n The childminder organises her time with the children well. She respects parents' individual preferences regarding their children's home routines and care needs. n There are good opportunities for children to be creative. For example, young children shake and bang musical instruments, and smile at the childminder to demonstrate their

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This provision is good

enjoyment. n The childminder forms a strong partnership with parents. This provides continuity in children's care and learning. She works effectively with other professionals, for example, to enhance older children's experiences. n The childminder has not explored ways to strengthen young children's new-found walking skills outdoors as well as she does indoors. This does not help to extend children's next steps in development even further.

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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 enhance the outdoor play space to enable young children to develop their new-found walking skills.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's care and learning. n The inspector spoke to the childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspector looked at the evidence of suitability for the childminder and other adults living in the home. n The inspector sampled children's development records, viewed risk assessments, the complaints procedure and children's daily register of attendance. n The inspector read feedback from the parents and took account of their views.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder completes training that refreshes her knowledge of child protection matters. She knows what to do should she have any concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder reflects on her practice effectively. For example, she evaluates the day's events and uses her findings to support her future activity plans. The childminder takes effective steps to minimise hazards to children in her home. She ensures safety gates are closed so children cannot access areas of the home, such as the stairs.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder places a strong focus on encouraging and supporting young children's communication and language development. She skilfully builds on young children's vocabulary by introducing words such as 'squash', 'squeeze' and 'bash' as they play. She is sensitive to children's individual needs. For example, she places paint in bags to create Mother's Day cards so that children who are reluctant to explore the texture of paint on their hands have the opportunity to join in. The childminder sings songs, which helps young children learn number names as they join in singing rhymes with actions. The childminder creates playfulness, which engages children further and makes them giggle with delight.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder obtains a wealth of information from parents when their children initially attend and provides updates periodically. This helps her to recognise and respond well to children's individual needs, such as when they are tired. They sleep in a comfy travel cot with their comforters from home, which soothes them off to sleep. The childminder monitors children as they sleep to ensure their safety. The childminder promotes children's healthy lifestyles. She talks to children about the benefits of eating fruit and vegetables. Children independently attend to their own care needs and demonstrate a strong understanding of how to follow good hygiene routines. Being active is a strong feature in daily play. Children enjoy learning to negotiate space and develop coordination as they cruise around furniture.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children develop a curiosity for learning. They enjoy exploring their surroundings and access resources that capture their interests. They have opportunities for fresh air and physical exercise. For example, they enjoy muddy puddle walks and exploring play park equipment. They take part in creative activities and show developing control as they learn to scoop up colourful rice. Children acquire the skills they need to help them progress to the next steps in their learning and eventual move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY538601 Local authority Surrey Inspection number 10079167 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 - 4 Total number of places 2 Number of children on roll 2 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in West Molesey, Surrey. She operates all year round on a part-time basis, but can be flexible in the service she offers. The childminder holds a degree in early childhood education.

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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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Registers

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