Childminder in Surrey

Overall effectiveness Outstanding

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

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The provision is outstanding

Children are exceptionally happy in this child-orientated and nurturing setting. The childminder has built strong and loving relationships with the children. She knows and understands their individual needs extremely well. As a result, children are confident and at ease in the home-from-home setting. They consistently show how safe and secure they feel as they confidently explore the environment. The childminder uses the children's interests to build their knowledge of different subjects, with a strong focus on the world around them. In one story, the children were interested in a snail. The childminder then discussed this with them and they pretended to be snails. She encouraged them to think about what could be used for a shell and why the snails need them. They then discussed looking for snails during their afternoon walk to the park, and found a magnifying glass to take with them.

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The provision is outstanding

The childminder's excellent interactions with children help them flourish in this environment. They are deeply engaged in activities and concentrate for long periods of time. The childminder uses every opportunity to encourage new language and introduce mathematical concepts. The childminder has exceptionally high expectations for all children. She successfully identifies areas of development for individual children, which she uses to help and support them. There is a strong focus on building children's social skills while learning to share and manage their own behaviour. The childminder has created an environment where children can explore safely and understand the importance of tidying up after themselves.

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n The childminder is a brilliant role model. She has excellent relationships with the children and knows them all individually. She is exceptionally patient with them. She listens and responds to them equally at all times. This helps to ensure that the children feel their opinions are valued, and gives them confidence to join in discussions and ask questions. n Children are consistently encouraged to be independent and make their own choices. For example, during lunchtime, children set their own places, choosing which plates and cutlery they would like. When using the toilet, they are taught about privacy and self-care. This builds self-confidence and an understanding of their personal needs. n The childminder prepares delicious, healthy and nutritious meals. She expertly extends children's learning during this time. For example, when offering children honey for their yogurt, she asks them questions relating to previous learning

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about bees and where honey comes from. The children recall the information and discuss bees and their habitat. n Children have developed a passion for books. They are delighted to sit down in

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10 January 2023 the cosy book corner and become enthralled, as they listen intently to stories. The childminder reads enthusiastically. She skilfully extends children's learning by pausing, so they can ask questions and discuss the pictures. When asking questions, the childminder gives the children ample time to think and respond, and values their opinions and answers highly. This helps children rapidly grow in confidence when sharing their ideas and builds their communication skills. n Children are given opportunities to recognise their names through self- registration. They are encouraged to think about the different sounds they can hear in words while playing. Well-thought-out and challenging activities help to build children's fine motor skills, depending on their age and stage of development, in preparation for early writing. The childminder enthusiastically encourages children, helping them to achieve to a high standard.

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n The childminder uses an abundance of well thought out out opportunities to develop and embed the children's understanding of mathematical concepts. For example, while children are making play-dough pizza, they use language such as circle, half and sphere. When looking for a lost tube, the childminder gives instructions using words such as 'over', 'under', 'on top' and 'above'. The children then use this language and are enthusiastic when talking about where they found the tube. n Through highly effective observation and assessment, the childminder successfully plans for the children's development. For children with special educational needs and/or disabilities, the childminder researches this area, including training courses she can attend to support the child's development. She has excellent knowledge of the agencies and support in her local area that she can use to the benefit of the children and their families.

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n Parents are extremely happy and praise the childminder for being gentle, kind, fun and patient. They are very happy with all the outings the children are taken on including trips to the library for 'rhyme time', local parks, playgroups, picnics and the range of creative activities children are offered. Parents recognise the support the childminder has given in areas of development such as social skills, developing language, building confidence and understanding the world and people around them. They are very happy with the feedback they receive in regard to their children's development and guidance regarding early learning.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder is aware of her role and responsibilities when keeping children safe. She knows the correct procedures for reporting any concerns and the agencies to contact for advice. She is confident in recognising the signs that may indicate when a child or adult is at risk of harm. The childminder updates her safeguarding training yearly, and completes first-aid training. She ensures children understand how to keep the environment safe by tidying away toys before getting new ones out, and the importance of having privacy when getting changed or using the toilet. Children learn the importance of washing their hands after using the toilet and before eating to help keep themselves safe from cross-infection.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY486900 Local authority Surrey Inspection number 10264745 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 4 Date of previous inspection 23 June 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2015. She lives in Esher, Surrey. She holds a relevant qualification in childcare at level 3 and a Montessori diploma. She follows some of the Montessori method of teaching. She is open from 8am to 5.30pm on a Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, for 49 weeks a year.

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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 and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises their early years provision including the aims and rationale for their curriculum. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure those are safe and suitable. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about children's learning and development with a particular focus on communication and language. n The inspector observed the interactions between staff/the childminder and children. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector.

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Inspection activities

10 January 2023 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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10 January 2023 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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