Childminder in Surrey

Inspection date 20 August 2019 Previous inspection date 4 June 2015

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a good knowledge of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. He has a safeguarding policy and knows what action to take and whom to contact should he have any concerns about a child's welfare. n The childminder holds a current first-aid qualification. He is experienced in completing daily safety checks of the premises to minimise any potential risks or hazards. n The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of how to carry out observations and assessments. He explains how this information would be used to plan next steps for children's development and learning. n The childminder knows the value of working in partnership with parents, outside professionals and other early years providers, to help ensure continuity and progression in children's learning and development. n The childminder has policies and procedures to support children's well being. He knows how to promote healthy lifestyles and positive, confident behaviour in children, for

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example with regular opportunities for fresh air and exercise. n The childminder works effectively with his co-minder to discuss and identify all areas for improvement.

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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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n The inspector viewed the areas of the home that are used when the childminder is caring for children. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder and took into consideration the suitability of adults living in the home. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how he will deliver the learning and development requirements. She discussed how observations, assessments and planning will be used to identify and incorporate children's next steps into their future learning. n The inspector talked with the childminder about self-evaluation and how he would plan to continue to make improvements.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 507291 Local authority Surrey Inspection number 10117782 Type of provision Childminder

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Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary 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 4 June 2015

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The childminder registered in 1994 and lives in Epsom, Surrey. He sometimes works as an assistant to his wife, who is also a childminder. The childminder is available Monday to Friday, throughout the year.

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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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