Childminder in Surrey

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Outstanding

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The provision is good

Children settle into the childminder's provision well. They very much enjoy discovering the interesting activities and stimulating resources. The childminder focuses closely on children's learning needs and interests, motivating children and supporting their well-being. Children develop secure relationships with the childminder, who is friendly, kind and caring. She knows children's individual routines, recognising when they are hungry or tired. Children listen respectfully to the childminder. They begin to learn to appreciate the needs of other children, how to recognise their emotions, to share toys and take turns.

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The provision is good

Children enjoy their time with the childminder and display high levels of confidence. They talk to each other and the childminder with confidence, and ask her when they want extra help. They are becoming increasingly confident and able to do things for themselves, such as putting on their shoes. Children enjoy being physically active. They benefit from trips to parks, playing in the garden and weekly forest school sessions.

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The provision is good

Children energetically explore the exciting spaces in the childminder's garden, where they develop their physical skills and learn to manage their safety very well. The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of how children learn. She has high expectations for children's learning and helps them to make good progress in their development. Children show curiosity and become immersed in their play as they scoop and use spoons to move 'orbs'. Younger children show excitement and delight when the orbs bounce from the plastic tray all around the garden.

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need to do better?

n Children feel safe and happy in this homely setting. They receive praise from the calm and caring childminder when they share or use good manners. Children learn to be kind to their friends and play cooperatively. n The childminder has a good knowledge of how children learn and applies this while building on what children already know and can do. She has an excellent understanding of the children she cares for and carefully plans what they will learn next. At times, during activities, the childminder's questioning does not allow children the opportunity to test their own ideas, such as through trial and error, to support their critical thinking skills. n Children are offered healthy snacks and meals. The childminder talks to children about the nutritious food they eat. Children learn the names of different fruits, such as 'plum' and 'blueberry'. They know to go to the bathroom before they have their snack and lunch.

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n Children behave well. They are eager to learn and take part in the activities the

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27 June 2022 childminder provides. Children laugh and giggle as they join in with songs and actions, such as 'Five Little Monkeys Jumping On The Bed'. n The childminder is enthusiastic and actively joins in children's play to enhance their learning. She provides a wide range of activities and experiences that are tailored to their interests. The childminder gives a constant commentary during play so that the children are exposed to a wide variety of new words and vocabulary. However, she does not maximise opportunities to promote children's understanding of other people and cultures. n The childminder gets to know the children and their families very well. Parents describe her as an 'amazing childminder' who 'genuinely cares for every child'. The childminder talks to parents daily about the activities their children have enjoyed. Parents are kept well informed about their children's achievements and next steps. This helps them to continue their children's learning at home.

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need to do better?

n The childminder provides children with a wealth of experiences outside her home. For example, they take regular trips to toddler groups and play alongside a wider group of children. They also visit places of interest in the local area. This helps children to develop their social skills, confidence and an awareness of the world around them. n The childminder meets with other professionals to share ideas and good practice. She has completed training to keep her knowledge and skills up to date. She is highly aspirational about what she wants to develop at her home to increase children's learning opportunities. n The childminder provides a wide variety of sensory play resources, such as coloured rice and glitter, which children confidently explore. Children develop their small-muscle skills as they delight in using brushes and glue to decorate their bugs.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a broad understanding of safeguarding issues. She is aware of the signs of abuse and neglect. The childminder knows the procedures that she must follow if she is concerned about a child. She understands what she must do if an allegation is made against her. The childminder reads safeguarding updates on the local authority website. This ensures that she stays alert to current safeguarding issues. The childminder completes risk assessments for outings. She talks to children about playing safely with resources. This ensures that children remain safe in her care.

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should:

n use a greater range of questioning skills to help support children's problem-

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should:

27 June 2022 solving and extend their learning n build on the already good activities to help children form a greater understanding of diversity and other cultures.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY397262 Local authority Surrey Inspection number 10108731 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 6 Date of previous inspection 9 June 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2009. She lives in Woking, Surrey and has a relevant qualification at level 3. The childminder offers care from Monday to Friday, 7.15am to 6pm, for most of the year.

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Inspection activities

n The was the first routine inspection the childminder received since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the childminder. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n Throughout the inspection, the inspector spoke to the childminder and children. n A learning discussion was held with the childminder about how she intends to plan for children's learning. n There were a number of discussions with the childminder. The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household. n The inspector read through written feedback left by parents and took account of their views.

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Inspection activities

27 June 2022 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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27 June 2022 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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