Childminder in Surrey

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands the importance of working with parents and other settings that children attend to support continuity for their care and learning. She seeks extensive information about each child when they start. Partnership with parents is strong. They comment that their children are extremely happy with the childminder. n The childminder provides a stimulating environment that is appropriate for the needs of the children. She explains how children help plan activities, including crafts, cooking, and outdoor play. The childminder encourages children to be independent. For instance, they can choose what they would like to do from a broad range of resources. The childminder has a clear understanding of the key skills that children will need to move on to the next stage of their education. She assesses their development to see what they have achieved and to identify any gaps in their learning.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder prioritises children's well-being and explains why this is even more important, due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. She wants children to feel safe, secure, and happy. The childminder knows how to effectively support children to manage their feelings and to behave appropriately. n The childminder's knowledge of safeguarding and child protection is strong. She is fully aware of her responsibilities to ensure all children are safe. The childminder has a secure understanding of the signs that may indicate a child is at risk of harm and how to report concerns. She is an organised practitioner who ensures all mandatory training, such as first aid and safeguarding, is kept up to date. The childminder carries out effective risk assessments for all aspects of her service. n The childminder describes how she helps children to make healthy lifestyle choices. For instance, she provides a range of healthy home-cooked meals with

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This provision meets requirements

fresh fruit and vegetables. The childminder explains how she encourages children to develop good hygiene practices. She encourages children to be physically active through a range of activities, such as trips to the park and outdoor play. The childminder understands the importance of teaching children about good oral health. For example, she helps them understand how too much sugar can be bad for their teeth and well-being. n The childminder explains how she evaluates her practice and provision using the views of children and parents. She attends regular training to keep her knowledge and skills up to date. The childminder reflects on the training she has completed to make improvements to her setting and the experiences that she provides for the children. For instance, following recent well-being training, the childminder created a quiet area in the setting for children to relax.

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This provision meets requirements

8 November 2021 There were no children in the early years age range 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 early years 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 EY561016 Local authority Surrey Inspection number 10190950 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 4 Number of children on roll 10 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018. She lives in Shalford, Surrey. She operates term time only from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Thursday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate early years qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since the COVID- 19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about her intentions for children's learning. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The inspector viewed areas of the house and garden used for the care of children. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector.

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Inspection activities

8 November 2021 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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8 November 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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