Childminder in Kingston upon Thames

Inspection date 12 July 2019 Previous inspection date 8 February 2016

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a secure understanding of the learning and development requirements. She explains how to use observation and assessment to plan for children's next stages of learning. n The childminder demonstrates her knowledge of how to recognise possible signs that a child is at risk of harm and knows the procedures to follow should a concern arise. n The childminder demonstrates through discussion the importance of professional development and has attended many courses to further improve her understanding of the early years foundation stage. She keeps up to date with recent changes to practice and guidance. n The childminder has procedures to carry out daily risk assessments of the areas used for the children. She knows how to provide a safe and welcoming learning environment. n The childminder holds a current first-aid certificate. She understands how to promote children's well-being. n The childminder is aware of the need to build strong partnerships with parents and to

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This provision meets requirements

work closely with other professionals, where necessary. She has procedures to work with parents to ensure that her practice and routines are tailored to children's needs. n The childminder has a clear knowledge of how to promote positive behaviour with children so that they learn to have respect and consideration for others. n The childminder is aware of the importance of healthy eating and understands how to support children's individual dietary requirements.

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This provision meets requirements

There were no children present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no children present, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states whether the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration. Inspection activities

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This provision meets requirements

n The inspector had a tour of the premises to be used for childminding purposes and discussed the resources the childminder provides. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and how her observations and assessments of children's learning will impact on their individual progress. n The inspector analysed the childminder's knowledge of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, including the childminder's qualifications and training, and evidence of the suitability of the members of the household. n The inspector discussed with the childminder the importance of parent partnerships in relation to children's learning and development. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to evaluate the effectiveness of the service she provides for children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY403899 Local authority Kingston upon Thames Inspection number 10074389 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 8 February 2016

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The childminder registered in 2010 and lives in Surbiton, Surrey. She operates from Monday to Friday all year round. The childminder works with a registered assistant. The childminder has a relevant early years degree.

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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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