Childminder in Surrey

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder is confident to talk about her intended curriculum for children in her care. She is knowledgeable about child development and providing activities to extend children's learning. The childminder explains how she would plan enjoyable and inclusive activities for children, focusing on a range of key skills, such as numbers, colours and letters. She explains how she would consider what they need to learn and take account of their development needs, interests and ideas. n The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of how to manage children's behaviour and build their confidence. She understands how to use positive strategies to encourage children to manage their emotions and frustrations. The childminder recognises the need to teach children to be respectful and use their manners. n The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents and other professionals. She describes how she would share information

p.2

This provision meets requirements

with parents about their child's progress and help them to understand how to support their child at home. She explains how this will provide a consistent approach and support children's care and learning. n The childminder explains how she will ensure that children's learning needs are met through regular observations and assessments. She describes how she will plan for children's next steps in learning and understands how to support children who may need additional help with their development. The childminder understands how to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. She values the importance of fresh air and physical exercise for the children. n The childminder demonstrates a good awareness of the safeguarding requirements. She has a good knowledge of the signs and symptoms of abuse, exploitation and grooming. She knows the procedures to follow in the event of any concerns about children's welfare. The childminder holds a recognised

p.2

This provision meets requirements

paediatric first-aid qualification. n The childminder understands the importance of continuing her professional development. She is reflective on how to improve her knowledge and has completed a course about children with special educational needs.

p.2

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.

p.2

Setting details

Unique reference number 507204 Local authority Surrey Inspection number 10301617 Type of provision Childminder

p.3

Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

p.3

inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 18 January 2018

p.3

Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1992. She lives in Cranleigh, Surrey. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

p.3

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 their evaluation of the childminder. n The inspector discussed the childminder's understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements, and the systems in place to help keep children safe. n The inspector discussed the childminder's policies, procedures and documents. n The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of the childminder. n The inspector talked to the childminder about her understanding of the learning and development requirements.

p.3

Inspection activities

11 September 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.

p.3

Inspection activities

11 September 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.

p.4

Inspection activities

If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 1231, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk .

p.5

Inspection activities

You may reuse this information (not including logos) free of charge in any format or medium, under the terms of the Open Government Licence. To view this licence, visit www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/ , write to the Information Policy Team, The National Archives, Kew, London TW9 4DU, or email: psi@nationalarchives.gsi.gov.uk

p.5

Inspection activities

Interested in our work? You can subscribe to our monthly newsletter for more information and updates: http://eepurl.com/iTrDn .

p.5

Inspection activities

T: 0300 123 1231 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/ofsted

p.5