Childminder in Kingston upon Thames

Met

Previous inspection Requires improvement

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has improved her knowledge of how children learn and develop, since the last inspection. She has gained support to improve her knowledge from her local authority. n The childminder understands the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage. She demonstrates, through discussion, how she intends to plan activities that interest and challenge children's learning. Using her knowledge and observations of the children, the childminder explains how she will provide appropriate learning experiences to support their progress. n Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates the importance of understanding children's individual needs. She recognises the importance of working closely with parents. The childminder describes how this will help her to provide appropriate and consistent care and learning. n The childminder understands the importance of supporting children's health and

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well-being. She demonstrates, through discussion, how she intends to provide daily opportunities for children to enjoy fresh air and exercise, to promote their physical development. n Through discussion, the childminder understands how to promote children's positive behaviour and self-esteem effectively. She recognises the importance of helping children to learn to manage their feelings to help them develop good behaviour and positive attitudes to learning. The childminder is aware that this promotes children's well-being and helps them to feel secure. n Through discussion, the childminder recognises the value of working with other professionals to develop her teaching and learning practice even further. She understands how to evaluate her setting to identify ways of improving children's experiences. n The childminder understands her responsibilities for safeguarding children, including the procedures to follow in the event of a concern. The childminder

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reviews her safeguarding procedures and attends training that refreshes her knowledge of child protection matters.

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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 132086 Local authority Kingston upon Thames Inspection number 10213421 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 20 September 2021

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1993. She lives in the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames. The childminder operates her service on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 8am to 6.30pm, all year round. She holds a relevant qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider 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 her evaluation of the provider. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how she supports partnerships with parents, children's behaviour and children's learning. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she evaluates her service to ensure continuous improvement. n The inspector viewed all areas of the home, as well as areas where the childminding will take place. n The inspector looked at documentation, including the childminder's training, first-aid records and evidence of the suitability of members of the household.

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Inspection activities

9 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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9 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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