Childminder in Richmond upon Thames

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 thrive and form secure relationships with the childminder as she knows them very well. Young children snuggle up to hear stories and receive lots of praise and positive, warm interactions. These are key focuses of the childminder's curriculum, which has a positive impact on children's personal, social and emotional development.

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The provision is good

Very young children request the songs they want to sing by using actions. The childminder enthusiastically listens and responds, developing their self-esteem and confidence. Children are deeply engaged and concentrate for long periods of time. They are rapidly learning and using new vocabulary in their play, and they thrive in their development.

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The provision is good

Children behave well as they feel safe and know they will have their needs met by the caring childminder. A well-thought-out curriculum is provided as she knows what she wants the children to learn. Children freely move around, accessing toys and making choices in all areas. They have good opportunities to enjoy exploring a variety of resources, including magnetic blocks and sand play. Children practise their problem-solving skills with different-sized nuts and bolts.

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The provision is good

Children are provided with a range of trips, visits and outings to widen their experiences. For example, the childminder attends local groups and meets up with other childminders to support children's social and communication skills.

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need to do better?

n The childminder gets to know the children and their families very well from the start. She has implemented a careful settling-in process, where she learns about children's routines, background information, interests and their likes and dislikes before the parents leave children in her care. The childminder uses this information highly effectively to plan for and enhance children's learning experiences so they make good progress. n Plenty of opportunities for children to develop their fine motor skills are provided by the childminder. For instance, very young children attempt puzzles and independently put on their own hats. Children develop strength in their fingers and improve their hand-to-eye coordination. n Children have opportunities to be physically active. The childminder takes them on outings into the local community to play at parks, explore the woodlands and go for nature walks. This supports them to learn about the wider world.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has developed effective partnerships with parents and keeps them informed about their child's progress. Parents speak highly of the childminder and of how well they feel that she supports their children's

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need to do better?

12 December 2022 developmental needs. However, parents are not always encouraged to share the progress children make at home and contribute to their child's ongoing learning. n The childminder entwines mathematics into her everyday learning experiences. For example, through singing and reading fun stories, very young children enjoy learning to count their fingers and toes. n The childminder keeps her knowledge up to date. For example, she attends regular paediatric first-aid and safeguarding training. She is also aware of the changes to the early years foundation stage. She is reflective of her practice and recently considered pursuing further education to enhance her professional development. This is to build on her existing knowledge and skills and further raise the quality of her care and service. n Children are curious as they investigate different equipment. Young children develop an understanding of cause and effect as they use simple magnets and

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need to do better?

technological equipment, such as a toy telephone. Children enjoy talking into it and impersonating family scenarios. n The childminder works effectively with other settings that children attend. She regularly shares information with them to enhance children's experiences and maintain continuity in their learning. n Children develop an awareness of cultures and traditions. They enjoy learning about festivals and celebrations from around the world. Children enjoy listening to stories about Diwali and dressing up in cultural clothing. n The childminder monitors children's progress carefully and checks they are making good progress. She knows how to support children when there are any emerging gaps in their development. n Children learn about leading a healthy lifestyle. For example, they grow vegetables from seeds and eat them as a snack. The childminder ensures that children's lunches are healthy, and she shares information about good eating

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder understands her role to keep children safe. She keeps up to date with changes in child protection legislation by completing mandatory training. The childminder has a good understanding of the signs that may indicate a concern about children's welfare, including abuse. She knows the procedures to follow to report any concerns. The childminder has a very good understanding of children's safety, both inside and outside, including teaching children about 'stranger danger' and road safety.

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should:

12 December 2022 n consider further ways to encourage parents to consistently share information about children's achievements from home, to enhance the already good planning and assessment and fully support children's progress to the highest level.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY461548 Local authority Richmond Upon Thames Inspection number 10236151 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 27 February 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2013 and lives in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. She offers her service from 8.15am to 6pm, Monday to Thursday, except on bank holidays.

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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 provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder showed the inspector around the areas of her home used for childminding and explained her intentions for children's learning. n The inspector spoke to parents during the inspection and took account of their views. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact on children's learning. n The inspector observed a range of activities and interactions between the childminder and children to help evaluate the quality of education.

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Inspection activities

12 December 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

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