Childminder in Surrey

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has good knowledge and understanding of safeguarding children. She knows how to identify signs that could indicate a child may be at risk of abuse or exploitation and which agencies to contact if she has a concern. The childminder knows how to respond in the event of an allegation against herself or another family member. She fully understands her responsibility to ensure her setting is safe and secure for children and completes regular risk assessments. n The childminder understands the importance of encouraging children to adopt a healthy lifestyle through healthy eating, following good hygiene routines and being physically active. The childminder takes children out after school to places, such as local parks, for fresh air and exercise. She explains that these trips also help children learn about their local community and the natural world. n The childminder has numerous resources and activities available for children to

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explore after their school day. Children are able to access resources that interest them or spend time relaxing under the close supervision of the childminder. The childminder ensures that prime areas of learning are on offer to support children's continued development. n The childminder shows that she has a good understanding of appropriate strategies to use to manage children's behaviour. She explains that she works with parents and teachers to support children's individual needs and to offer continuity. The childminder uses positive methods to help children to discuss and understand their feelings, and to think about the impact their actions have on others. n Partnerships with parents and the schools children attend are strong. The childminder works in conjunction with them and communicates daily to ensure continuity in their care. Parents say their children are happy, safe, and well cared for by the childminder.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder evaluates the service which she provides. She attends training to keep her knowledge up to date, particularly in relation to child protection concerns. The childminder values the feedback which she receives from parents and children to help identify ways for her to ensure that she meets the different needs of families.

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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 EY493859 Local authority Surrey Inspection number 10286100 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 12 Date of previous inspection 31 October 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2015 and lives in Woking, Surrey. She operates before and after school during term time from 7.30am to 9am and 3pm to 6pm, Monday to Friday.

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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 childminder's setting. n The childminder showed the inspector how she organises the premises and discussed how she ensures that they are safe and suitable for children. n The inspector discussed the childminder's understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements, and the systems she has in place to help keep children safe. n The inspector viewed relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household and the childminder's qualification certificates. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she works in partnership with parents and other settings.

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Inspection activities

25 May 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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