Childminder EY400222

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder is an experienced early years professional with an excellent knowledge of early years practice and updated regulations and legislation. She demonstrates clearly how she organises her service to meet the needs of children. n Children's safety is given high priority. The childminder has clear procedures in place to ensure children are transported safely to and from school and when on outings. The home is clean and well maintained and offers ample space for children to play. Risk assessments are thorough, meaning children are kept safe from any potential hazards. n The childminder demonstrates a thorough understanding of her duty to safeguard children. She has completed relevant training and is able to describe in detail what action she would take if she had any concerns about a child. n Children's learning needs are planned for carefully. The childminder confirms how well she understands how to monitor and assess children's development.

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This provision meets requirements

She works closely with any other settings and schools children attend to ensure all information about a child's learning needs is fully understood. n Partnerships with parents are well established. The childminder liaises well with all families to make sure she can consistently meet every child's personal needs. Parents receive plenty of information about how the childminder organises her service.

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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.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY400222 Local authority Surrey Inspection number 10136574 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 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5 Date of previous inspection 12 May 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2009 and lives in Oxted, Surrey. During term time, she operates from Monday to Friday before and after school. In school holidays, the childminder cares for children from Tuesday to Thursday. She has a relevant level 3 early years qualification.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector assessed how well the childminder understands the legal requirements of the early years foundation stage through conversation and by sampling some documentation. n A tour of the childminder's home was completed to make sure all areas used by children are safe. n The childminder talked to the inspector about how she organises her childminding service and makes sure she meets all children's needs. n Some records were looked at, including the attendance register, accident and medication records, proof of suitability checks for household members and confirmation of the training the childminder has completed.

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Inspection activities

24 February 2020 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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24 February 2020 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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