Childminder in Surrey

Inspection date 3 April 2019 Previous inspection date Not applicable

p.1

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

p.1

This provision is good

n The childminder has a variety of resources for children to explore and role-play equipment to stimulate their imagination. For instance, children make their own play dough and begin to understand weights and measures. n The childminder teaches children simple good practices that help keep them healthy and safe. For example, they know they need to wash their hands before food or after toileting and know germs may be on their hands unseen. n Children are motivated to learn and develop good independence and confidence. They begin to learn to follow instructions well and understand basic routines. The childminder prepares them effectively for their future learning. n The childminder and her co-childminder work well together to identify areas of improvement. They reflect on and review each other's practice for consistency and keep up to date effectively with new requirements. n Sometimes, the childminder does not provide consistent messages to help children

p.1

This provision is good

build on their understanding of what is expected of them. n The childminder does not always work with other settings that children attend in order to develop a shared approach to learning.

p.1

What the setting needs to do to improve further

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

p.2

What the setting needs to do to improve further

n provide clear messages for children about what is expected of them at different times and in different situations n strengthen the relationships established with other early years settings that children attend and use a shared approach to build on children's learning.

p.2

What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector viewed the premises used for childminding. n The inspector observed the childminder interacting with children and the co- childminder. n The inspector conducted a joint observation with the childminder and held discussions about children's development and progress. n The inspector sampled documentation, including planning, children's development records, policies and procedures. n The inspector took into account the written views of parents.

p.2

Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder and her co-childminder have a good understanding of how to safeguard children. They work well together and know who to contact, what to do and the appropriate procedures to follow if they have concerns about children's welfare. The childminder continually develops and improves her knowledge and teaching skills. For example, after attending online training, she is now better able to support children with speech and language delay, such as by speaking slowly and repeating back words. The childminder and her co-childminder work well with parents to support children's consistency in learning. For example, they support a lending library and share books with parents to continue children's learning at home. Comments from parents show they are very happy with the care the childminder provides. They value her caring approach and are pleased with their children's progress

p.3

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder teaches children about the wider world effectively. For example, children learn that penguins live in the cold and swim in the sea. They begin to learn about the physical properties of different things and explore how they are heavy or light. The childminder extends learning well. For instance, she explains how a queen wears a special hat with jewels on it that is called a crown. She encourages children's mathematical development effectively. For example, she teaches older children to estimate how much water is needed when mixing with flour, and younger children learn to identify and name colours. The childminder supports children's imaginative play well. For example, during a role-play game, she uses a variety of equipment such as wigs, combs, mirrors and brushes to create a hairdressers. Children learn vocabulary such as 'gel' and 'wax', and take turns being a 'stylist'.

p.3

Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is a good role model. Children form positive relationships with the childminder and settle quickly into her care. They feel safe and secure. The childminder is kind and caring. She supports children in learning how to tidy away toys before starting another activity. Children learn about disability well. The childminder explains that someone who uses a stick may not be able to walk properly and need help. She explains how people wear glasses to see better. The childminder teaches children to make healthy food choices. She offers a range of fresh fruit, such as bananas, grapes and apples.

p.3

Outcomes for children are good

Children enjoy various interesting and enjoyable activities. For example, they explore play dough, mix in food colouring and examine the results. Children have lots of opportunities to practise their physical and social skills, such as through visits to the park, pet shop, supermarket, garden centre, local aerodrome and visits with other childminders. Children learn about the importance of technology effectively, such as when using remote-controlled toys. Children make good progress from the start.

p.3

Setting details

Unique reference number EY545540 Local authority Surrey Inspection number 10100895 Type of provision Childminder

p.4

Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 2 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

p.4

Registers

The childminder registered in 2017. She lives in Caterham and works together with a co- childminder at her home. She operates Monday to Friday from 7.30am to 6.30pm, all year round. The childminder has a recognised childcare qualification at level 3.

p.4

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.

p.4

Registers

procedures set out in the guidance Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted, which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk . 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 and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, 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.

p.4

Registers

If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 1231, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk .

p.5

Registers

You may reuse this information (not including logos) free of charge in any format or medium, under the terms of the Open Government Licence. To view this licence, visit www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open- government-licence/ , write to the Information Policy Team, The National Archives, Kew, London TW9 4DU, or email: psi@nationalarchives.gsi.gov.uk

p.5

Registers

Interested in our work? You can subscribe to our monthly newsletter for more information and updates: www.ofsted.gov.uk/user .

p.5

Registers

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.ofsted.gov.uk

p.5