Childminder in Surrey

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has addressed the actions raised at her last inspection. Through discussion, the childminder was able to explain how she has increased her knowledge and understanding of how children learn and develop. For example, she has attended courses and has taken advice from her local authority. She was able to discuss a wide range of activities and experiences she will offer, so that children are suitably challenged and interested in gaining new skills. The childminder intends to plan plenty of energetic play out in the fresh air, knowing that this is good for children's health. n During the inspection, the childminder speaks about the importance of keeping parents informed about their children's progress. This includes providing parents with regular updates and progress checks for children aged two. Parents will then be able to share this information with other relevant professionals. She discussed forming secure partnerships with other early years settings children

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also attend. The childminder knows this will help support continuity in children's learning and development. n Children's safety is of high importance to the childminder. She can identify possible indicators of abuse and neglect. This includes an understanding of the wider issues of dangers to children, such as 'county lines' and children at risk of being drawn into radicalisation. She knows how to refer any concerns she may have about children's safety and well-being. The childminder reflects on her practice and has changed the way she will record children's attendance to clearly show times of their arrival and departure. n Through discussion, the childminder is able to explain the importance of children learning how to be independent. She intends to teach children how to dress themselves, use cutlery and to wash their hands. The childminder understands this will help prepare them for starting school.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder intends to work, at times, with a co-childminder and an assistant. She realises the importance of working together so that children's needs are known and effectively met. Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates her understanding of the notifications she needs to make to Ofsted. For example, when employing a new assistant, so that all statutory checks can be made. She intends to support and coach any assistants she has working with her at the setting. The childminder explains how this will help to raise the outcomes for children. n The childminder discusses the importance of supporting children's learning about how to be kind and considerate towards others. She has high expectation of children's behaviour and will teach children to respect other cultures.

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This provision meets requirements

5 July 2021 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 EY444795 Local authority Surrey Inspection number 10136866 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8 Date of previous inspection 17 December 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in Egham, Surrey. She provides care from the home of her mother, who is also a registered childminder, in Englefield Green, Surrey. They work at times with an assistant. The childminder operates Monday to Friday, from 9am to 5pm, all year round. She receives funding to provide free early education for children two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider received since the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The inspector viewed the resources and the areas of the premises that are used for childminding. The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to support children's progress, implement the curriculum and undertake observations and planning. n The inspector viewed relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household or working at the premises. The childminder's qualifications were also viewed. n The inspector asked the childminder questions throughout the inspection to establish her understanding of how to safeguard children.

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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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5 July 2021 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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