Childminder in Kingston upon Thames

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has given thought to how she will adapt her practice because of the COVID-19 pandemic. She described how she will meet government guidelines to keep herself, the children and their families safe. For example, the use of face masks where appropriate, keeping the setting well ventilated and following good hygiene practice. n The childminder explains how she plans a well-designed curriculum. She will assess what children already know and can do, to plan their next steps in learning. She describes a range of teaching techniques to help deliver the curriculum and meet children's individual learning styles. n The childminder has a clear understanding of her responsibility to safeguard children. She knows the signs that a child may be at risk of harm, and how to report any concerns. She has completed safeguarding training and ensures that her knowledge in this area is up to date. n The childminder knows her local area well. She explains how she uses this

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knowledge to support children to understand the wider world in which they live. The childminder takes part in various local charity events with children. She describes how this supports children's understanding of the needs of others. n The childminder understands the importance of teaching children to live a healthy lifestyle. She is enthusiastic about promoting the benefits of healthy eating and physical exercise. She understands the link between physical and emotional health. n The childminder has high expectations for children's behaviour. She explains how she will help children to develop positive relationships. The childminder shared the rules of her setting, and how she describes these to children. She clarifies how she will incorporate sharing, taking turns and respect for others during everyday activities. n The childminder keeps her knowledge up to date. She evaluates her service and prioritises ongoing improvements. She attends training courses, speaks to other

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childminders, and completes her own online research. n The childminder recognises the value of working closely with parents and other professionals to support continuity of care and learning. She appreciates that partnership working also helps children to settle and feel secure in her setting.

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This provision meets requirements

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 EY550942 Local authority Kingston upon Thames Inspection number 10143491 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 0 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017. She works from the home of a co-childminder in Kingston-upon-Thames, Surrey. She offers her service from 7.45am to 6.30pm, Monday to Thursday, excluding bank holidays and four weeks for family holidays. The childminder holds early years teacher status.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the setting 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 her evaluation of the setting. n The childminder and the inspector completed a learning walk together and the inspector viewed the areas of the premises used for childminding. n The inspector looked at training records and policies and held a discussion with the childminder about these. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she supports children's learning and development. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to meet the safeguarding and welfare requirements when minding children. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of those living and working on the premises.

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Inspection activities

10 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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10 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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