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 Not applicable

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The provision is good

Through children's good behaviour, they show that they are happy and feel safe with the childminder. They respond well to gentle reminders to share and take turns. Children are beginning to develop strong friendships with their peers. For example, they work collaboratively to build a 'big tower' and help each other to count from one to 10. Children receive lots of praise and reassurance, which builds on their self-confidence. They giggle with excitement as they cuddle and laugh with the childminder. It is evident that children have formed a close bond with the childminder, which supports their emotional well-being effectively.

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The provision is good

Children develop important skills in preparation for school. For example, they acquire good communication and language skills. This is because the childminder models correct language and talks to children regularly as they play. This encourages children to repeat familiar words and phrases. Children also enjoy listening to stories being read to them and singing songs. This helps to extend children's vocabulary and enables them to link spoken words with actions. Children respond well to the high expectations for their learning. They are well prepared for their future education.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has formed strong partnerships with parents, which parents have confirmed in their written feedback. For example, parents find that the childminder is 'excellent at communicating' with them. This enables the childminder and parents to establish a consistent approach to children's learning. The childminder is currently looking at other ways to involve parents even more to help her evaluate the quality of the provision. n The childminder provides a warm and homely environment for children, where they feel safe and secure. She encourages good manners to help children to behave well. n Overall, the childminder knows how to plan and sequence children's learning. She uses her observations and assessments to help children to make good progress from their various starting points, with any gaps closing rapidly. For example, the childminder has been successful in supporting children's personal,

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need to do better?

social and emotional development. This has enabled children to interact with unfamiliar people with increasing confidence. The childminder offers children regular opportunities to exercise and have fresh air. However, she needs to ensure that outdoor activities are always well planned and sequenced to support children who learn best outdoors. n Children are active and motivated learners. They are keen to do things for themselves. On some occasions, the childminder carries out manageable tasks for children, such as putting on their coats and shoes for them. This prevents

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need to do better?

9 May 2023 children from being fully independent. n Children have plenty of opportunities to draw pictures and explore age- appropriate books. As a result, they are developing their early literacy skills well. n The childminder is skilful at including mathematics in everyday activities. For example, while playing with magnetic shapes, she introduces counting and basic mathematical concepts. Children respond well to this. n The childminder organises regular outings, such as to playgroups, to enable children to mix with others. This has had a positive impact on children's understanding of collaborative play. n The childminder follows good hygiene procedures, which are embedded well in the daily routines. For instance, she ensures that children wash their hands before handling food. In addition, the childminder ensures that she cleans her hands, such as when changing children's nappies. These practices help to

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prevent the spread of germs and infectious illnesses. n The childminder promotes her continuous professional development. For example, she has refreshed her knowledge of how to prepare and handle food to promote children's good health. The childminder has also completed training to help her identify gaps in children's learning quickly to ensure that they achieve well.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder knows her role to protect children's safety. She has recently completed training that developed her knowledge of child protection issues even further. For example, she has learned about the effects of domestic abuse on children. The childminder also knows how to recognise the indicators of the main types of abuse. She has clear procedures for managing her concerns, including if she suspects a child is being exposed to extremist views. The childminder supervises children well to help keep them safe at all times.

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should:

n extend the learning opportunities outdoors to support children who learn best in the natural environment n take advantage of all opportunities to further develop children's independence to the best possible level.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2633119 Local authority Kingston upon Thames Inspection number 10260081 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 Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2021 and lives in the London Borough of Kingston- upon-Thames. She offers her service from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays. The childminder holds early years professional status. She works alongside a co-childminder.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider 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 took the inspector on a learning walk of the setting and explained the curriculum intent. She carried out a joint observation of an indoor activity and evaluated the impact of this on children's learning. n The inspector observed children's play indoors and outdoors. She checked the relevant documentation, such as the childminder's training certificates and ongoing suitability checks. n Children interacted with the inspector at appropriate times and talked to her about their play. n The inspector read written feedback from parents to gain their views on the quality of the provision, which was taken into account.

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Inspection activities

9 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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Inspection activities

9 May 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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