Childminder in Surrey

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder offers a safe and secure environment for children. She discusses how the organisation of the space and resources is aimed at supporting children to be able to make choices and to develop independence. n The childminder understands how children learn. She discusses the benefits of providing children with a variety of experiences to help them develop a wide knowledge. She recognises how she can further support children to become effective learners by using teaching techniques that encourage them to develop critical thinking skills. The childminder is aware of the importance of supporting the development of communication and language skills, literacy and numeracy. She knows how to bring these areas into practice. For example, she values the importance of books in supporting children to learn new vocabulary. n The childminder comprehends how to assess and monitor children's progress. She is familiar with government guidance to help her check that children are

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This provision meets requirements

meeting the typical outcomes for their age. n The childminder discusses how she supports children in their personal development. She recognises her role in helping children to develop social skills and independence. This includes teaching children how to stay safe and healthy. For instance, she discusses how she teaches children about road safety. The childminder explains how she uses positive behaviour management strategies to guide children in learning how to manage their feelings and emotions. n The childminder provides an inclusive environment in which she can meet children's individual needs. She has considered the layout and entrance to the purpose-built space she has designed to ensure it is suitable for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. She uses resources and activities that help children to understand communities beyond their own and enable them to learn to respect differences that exist between people.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder recognises the importance of partnerships with parents. She talks about the ways that she engages parents in children's learning. The childminder knows how to establish secure starting points for children, including finding out about their interests, backgrounds and previous experiences, through communicating with parents. The childminder discusses how partnerships with staff in other settings children attend are equally important, to enable continuity in care for children. n The childminder continues to develop her knowledge and skills to refresh and enhance her practice. She discusses how she will always research ways of meeting children's needs better if she finds a specific area where they need help. This includes learning new strategies for managing challenging behaviour. The childminder takes account of the views of the children and their parents to feed her evaluations of practice. For example, she will add resources in response

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This provision meets requirements

to children's preferences and interests. n The childminder understands well how to safeguard children. She knows the signs that may indicate that a child's welfare is at risk, and understands the action to take if a concern arises.

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This provision meets requirements

13 December 2019 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.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY375121 Local authority Surrey Inspection number 10060491 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 5 to 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 9 Date of previous inspection 14 October 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2008 and lives in Weybridge, Surrey. She provides before- and after-school care, Monday to Thursday, term time only.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed with the childminder her understanding of the early years foundation stage legislation. n The childminder gave the inspector a tour of the setting, during which the inspector considered its suitability. n The inspector checked statutory documentation. n The childminder shared with the inspector her understanding of how to safeguard children.

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Inspection activities

We carried out this inspection 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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Inspection activities

13 December 2019 regulates and inspects to 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.

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