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 Good

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The provision is good

Children smile and laugh as they are playfully encouraged to join in with favourite songs and rhymes. Children look towards their friends as their name is sung to say 'hello'. The childminder and her assistant model the actions of songs, changing facial expressions and using their bodies to encourage even the youngest children to join in. Children are rewarded with broad smiles, thumbs up and specific praise relating to what they are doing.

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The provision is good

Children are offered a broad curriculum through a weekly plan of timetabled activities and events. Children go out daily to the park. They participate in adult-led sensory play relating to recent experiences. Children are encouraged to plunge their hands into paint to feel it squelch through their fingers, and they link the play to holidays children have just returned from.

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The provision is good

The childminder and her assistant constantly commentate as they observe each child's play. They know the children incredibly well, skilfully directing children to resources they know are favourites. They extend children's play by adding a road mat and talk about the types of vehicles, such as cars, vans and delivery trucks, that children may see on the way to the park. The childminder and her assistant work well together, and they share tasks and model kindness and respect, which children follow. Children's behaviour is very good.

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need to do better?

n The childminder gains detailed information about children from their parents. She observes children as they play in order to plan activities that grab children's interests. Children make good progress. However, the childminder does not consistently monitor children's starting points to assess progress and plan appropriate challenges in preparation for their next stage in learning. n Children love to be physically active and explore a wide range of activities. The childminder and her assistant encourage and support children to take simple risks such as climbing a hill or using the slide in the park. They talk children through the activity, skilfully knowing when to offer support or when to wait. As a result, children build their confidence and are eager to 'have a go'. n Books are on display, and children select their favourites. They remain seated in a circle on the floor, excitedly listening to the story. When the assistant stops

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need to do better?

reading, the children join in to repeat familiar refrains or to predict what is going to happen next. The childminder and her assistant link books to children's experiences effectively, for example swimming in the sea on holidays or the arrival of a new baby. n Children's behaviour is very good. They listen well and follow directions given by the childminder. Spoken requests are supported with gestures, simple signs and

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18 April 2023 objects of reference. For instance, the childminder shows children their shoes to indicate it is time to get ready to go out. Children quickly make their way to their coats. They attempt to put on their shoes and smile as they are encouraged to push arms into coats, making their way to the door and deciding if they want to walk or ride in a buggy to the park. n Partnerships with parents are strong. The childminder communicates throughout the day via an online application. Parents praise the childminder for the help and support they and their children receive. They told the inspector that their children have made significant progress since starting and are eager and happy to attend the setting. n The childminder is developing her practice. She demonstrates her capacity to improve her knowledge through ongoing professional development. The childminder and her assistant are committed to providing the highest quality

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care and learning experiences for every child in their care.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder and her assistant have knowledge relating to safeguarding issues that may impact on the children and families using her service. She is committed to keeping children safe and is aware of who to contact if she was concerned about a child in her care. When planning activities and trips out for children, the childminder ensures she has everything she may need to safeguard children and continue to meet all their care needs. The childminder's planning for trips outside her home includes robust checks to ensure local places of interest they visit are suitable for the children she cares for.

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should:

n develop the practice of tracking children's progress from their starting point.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2570361 Local authority Richmond Upon Thames Inspection number 10284414 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory 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 5 August 2022

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2020. She lives in Barnes, in the London Borough of Kingston and Richmond. The childminder provides care all year round, from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for family holidays and bank holidays.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the childminder. n The inspector had a tour of the childminder's home and garden area. n The inspector looked at the toys, other resources and equipment used to create a stimulating environment for children. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector. n At an appropriate time, the inspector spoke to the childminder and her assistant. n A selection of documents was viewed during the inspection.

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Inspection activities

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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