Childminder in Surrey

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a clear understanding of how to safeguard children. She knows the possible signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect and how to refer any concerns to the relevant authorities. The childminder understands the procedure she must follow in the event an allegation is made against her or a houseshold member. n The childminder understands the importance of encouraging children to adopt a healthy lifestyle. She explains how she will promote this through providing healthy home-cooked meals and by encouraging the children to be physically active. The childminder plans on taking the children to local parks and woodlands to promote their physical development. n The childminder knows how to create a warm and nurturing learning environment for children. She explains how she will provide a range of interesting resources to meet children's learning needs. The childminder understands the learning and development requirements of the early years

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foundation stage. She has a particular interest in supporting children's language development. The childminder explains how she plans to share books and sings nursery rhymes regularly with children to help promote their language and communication skills. n The childminder understands the importance of working with parents. She describes how she will share information with parents and involve them in their child's learning. The childminder explains how she considers the individual needs of children when settling them into her provision. This will help to support a smooth transition from home into the setting. n The childminder can evaluate her provision. She recognises the need to adapt her provision to meet the individual needs of children attending. The childminder explains how she keeps her knowledge up to date and refreshes her skills. For example, she has support from local authority advisers and completes her own

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online research. n The childminder has high expectations of behaviour. She understands about the importance of teaching children to be kind to each other, to talk about their feelings and think about the consequences of their actions. The childminder knows how to help children to build relationships and show respect for their environment.

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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 2571979 Local authority Surrey Inspection number 10239295 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 5 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 2020 and lives in Knaphill, Woking, Surrey. She operates from 7.30am to 6pm Monday to Friday, term time only. The childminder holds a relevant level 3 qualification.

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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 her evaluation of the setting. n The inspector viewed all areas of the premises. n Discussions were held with the childminder throughout the inspection. n The inspector reviewed some documents, including the childminder's first-aid certificate. n The inspector considered how the childminder works in partnership with parents and others.

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Inspection activities

26 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

26 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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