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 Good

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The provision is good

Children form close bonds with the childminder at this welcoming and nurturing setting. They treat her home like their own, confidently access resources and seek the childminder out for a cuddle and reassurance when needed. When children first start with the childminder, she gathers detailed information from parents and offers settling-in sessions that are tailored to meet their individual needs. All children, including those who are very new to the setting, show that they feel safe and secure in the childminder's home.

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The provision is good

Children's independence is supported well from an early age. They carefully peel their bananas at snack time, fetch their coats and put on their shoes before going outside, and wash their hands before mealtimes. Children persist when they find things challenging and are visibly proud of their achievements. They enjoy experiences that engage curiosity and help them to develop an understanding of the world around them. For example, the childminder encourages children to grow fruits and vegetables in the garden to nurture and observe growth. Children thrive on taking responsibility to look after nature, and they learn new skills and vocabulary through these enriching experiences. They show positive attitudes to learning and make good progress from their starting points.

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The provision is good

Children's behaviour is good. They are very caring towards each other and with the childminder. Children take turns, share resources and work together to tidy up their environment before the next activity. They follow the boundaries within the setting and behave very well. Children respond well to regular praise and encouragement from the childminder. This leads to a calm and relaxed environment.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has a secure knowledge and understanding of how children learn and develop. She offers a curriculum that is well planned and builds on children's interests. However, her current routine is not yet flexible enough to allow children the freedom to follow their interests and engage in continuous play. This means that, at times, children's play is interrupted and they are moved on to other activities. n Children's language and communication skills are progressing well. They eagerly and attentively listen to stories, showing their knowledge of them by joining in with key phrases. Children enjoy singing songs and copy the actions. The childminder engages them in meaningful conversations as they play and explore. She responds well to young children's verbal and non-verbal communication through modelling, by speaking clearly and using lots of repetitive language. This supports children to become effective communicators.

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need to do better?

n Children's health and well-being are promoted well. They benefit from daily

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need to do better?

2 September 2022 opportunities to be physically active in the childminder's well-resourced garden. For example, children delight as they practise climbing, jumping and kicking balls outside. They use their balance and coordination skills as they use the garden apparatus. Children gain experience of healthy food choices and enjoy wide a selection of fruit at snack time. n The childminder provides many opportunities for children to develop their mathematical skills. Children count with the childminder as they put on their shoes and coats. They excitedly name simple shapes, such as a 'circle' and 'triangle', in the everyday objects they find. Children carefully sort and match items in their shopping basket when they play 'shops'. They estimate the cost of their shopping and have fun as they use a scanner and make-believe money to purchase their shopping. This helps children to develop an understanding of

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need to do better?

mathematical concepts. n Partnerships with parents are strong. Parents comment that they feel well informed about their children's day. They describe how the childminder provides a home-from-home setting, including how quickly their children have settled in and the progress they make while in her care. Parents are happy with the wide range of experiences the childminder provides for their children. n The childminder quickly identifies when children may need additional support and seeks advice from other professionals. She is reflective in her practice and accesses training to help her to target areas that children need to develop further to make progress in their learning. The childminder communicates with local schools and early years settings that children attend, ensuring a collaborative approach to children's education.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of her role in safeguarding children. She is confident to identify and swiftly respond to safeguarding concerns in an appropriate manner, if required. Her safeguarding policy further supports her good practice. The childminder has suitable procedures in place and attends training to make sure her knowledge is up to date. She implements clear policies and procedures and ensures that her premises are secure. The childminder carries out regular checks of the indoor and outdoor environment and removes any hazards. This helps to keep children safe.

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should:

n explore ways to allow more flexibility within the daily routine so that children can follow their interests, engage in uninterrupted play and make the most of their learning opportunities.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY482791 Local authority Surrey Inspection number 10228957 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 11 October 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in the Normandy area of Guildford. She operates Monday to Friday from 7.45am to 6pm, all year round, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides early years funded places for three- and four-year-old children.

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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 setting. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and explained how she supports children's learning and development. n The inspector observed the quality of interactions between the childminder and children, and assessed the impact of these on children's learning. n The inspector observed an activity and evaluated this with the childminder. n The inspector read and considered written comments from parents during the inspection. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

2 September 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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Inspection activities

2 September 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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