Childminder in Kingston 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 Good

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The provision is good

Children form positive relationships with the childminder. This is evident as they climb onto her lap for a cuddle and story. Children explore the well-equipped room, and are encouraged to make choices as they select activities. For instance, children play with small world refuse trucks and 'Peppa Pig' figurines, before moving on to prepare a drink in the kitchen for the childminder. Children display positive attitudes as they persevere when faced with challenges. For example, the childminder provides verbal guidance to children struggling to thread a buggy strap through a small fastening. This motivates them to persevere and master the skill. The childminder talks to children during their play extending sentences and introducing new vocabulary to build their language and communication skills. Children constantly speak to the childminder, who sensitively repeats words back emphasising the correct pronunciation. This reinforces vocabulary development.

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The provision is good

Playing in the garden and regular trips to parks provide the opportunity for children to develop physical skills. Children develop gross motor skills and co-ordination, as they push themselves along on ride-on toys and tackle climbing equipment. Younger children are encouraged to walk on journeys to school to develop stamina. Children behave well and understand behavioural expectations. They know that meals are eaten at the table and use 'please' and 'thank you' appropriately.

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need to do better?

n Overall, children's communication and language development is well supported. Children choose books which the childminder then reads, giving them cues to participate. For example, she points to animals, asking the children what they can see. They respond making relevant noises, 'oink' and 'moo'. She praises children when they preserve to use the right words. n The childminder regularly assesses the children's progress and development to identify gaps and next steps. Older children learn to build words with letter cards, and are encouraged to write the initial letter of their name. Younger children develop fine motor skills as they progress from threading cotton reels to mark-making with crayons. Such activities promotes early writing and literacy skills in readiness for school. n Children develop self-care skills, as they independently remove hats, coats and boots when returning from outings. The childminder promotes care routines.

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need to do better?

She suggests younger children sit on the potty at nappy changing time, in preparation for future potty training. Children catch coughs in their hands spontaneously and are praised for doing so. This demonstrates good hygiene practices. Younger children, however, are not always encouraged to clean their hands independently or to pull their bottoms up and down when using the potty. This does not help them learn to master self-care skills and foster personal

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need to do better?

10 January 2023 development. n Children learn about a range of cultures through celebrations and festivals. This helps them to understand the diverse world in which they live. Regular outings in the community provides opportunities for children to interact with 'people who help us', such as refuse workers and librarians. The childminder promotes inclusivity through playdates with other childminders and visits to playgroups. However, the childminder could expose children to more home words, spoken in their own language, to help develop their communication and language skills further. n Parents report that their children are happy in the home-from-home, nurturing environment. Children behave well. Parents are delighted with the opportunities for children to mix with varied age groups, which help them to develop social skills. Feedback throughout the day via text and photographs ensures that parents feel connected. It also provides daily insight into the children's care and

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activities. Parents report that they find this reassuring and insightful, and that it gives them a clear picture of the children's learning and development. n The childminder regularly evaluates areas of her practise and works closely with parents to achieve good outcomes for children. Parent views are canvassed through regular conversations. After attending training on nutrition and portions, the childminder shared information with parents, suggesting healthier lunch options. Parents subsequently have made changes to lunches, exchanging processed foods for more nutritious options and adjusted portion sizes. Reluctant eaters now happily eat their lunch, which supports personal development.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a sound knowledge of safeguarding. She knows how to recognise the signs and symptoms of possible abuse and how to keep children safe. The childminder understands the procedures to follow should she be concerned about a child, and who to contact should an allegation be made against her. The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of wider safeguarding issues, such as children being exposed to extremist views. She helps children learn to keep themselves safe through regular fire practices and road safety guidance on school runs and outings. The premises are assessed for risks regularly, ensuring they are secure and safe.

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should:

n support opportunities for younger children to learn the skills needed to complete tasks independently

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should:

10 January 2023 n strengthen knowledge of how to support language development and a sense of belonging for children who speak English as an additional language.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 131864 Local authority Kingston upon Thames Inspection number 10234161 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 27 January 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1990. She lives in Chessington, in the Borough of Kingston upon Thames in Surrey. The childminder offers care Monday to Friday from 8am to 5pm, all year round, except for family holidays and 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 setting. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about their intentions for children's learning. 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. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children. n Children communicated with the inspector during the inspection.

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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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