Childminder in Surrey

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder consistently refreshes and updates her knowledge of the statutory requirements of the early years foundation stage (EYFS). She knows that she must inform Ofsted about matters such as a change of address or if there are new adults living or working in her home. The childminder wants to further her childcare qualifications to further improve her knowledge and skills to provide bespoke care and education to children. n The childminder understands the importance of expanding children's communication and language skills. She gives examples of babies babbling and introduces new sounds and words. The childminder wants children to engage in lively conversations, sing and share stories to increase their vocabulary and demonstrate a love for books, before their eventual move to school. n The childminder describes how she will seek and record information about children from parents before they attend her provision. This includes information

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about any health conditions and children's allergies to particular foods. She will use this information to set out medical care plans in partnership with parents and other external professionals. Furthermore, she describes that she will use information about children's development, through observations and continual assessments, to plan interesting and motivating activities to build on what children already know and can do. n The childminder explains how she will promote good hygiene routines in her setting. She describes how she will encourage children to wash their hands after using the toilet, before eating and after playing outdoors. The childminder understands the importance of promoting children's oral hygiene. She will work with parents to encourage children to adopt regular tooth brushing routines and to eat a healthy diet. n The childminder describes her approach to ensuring children are always safe by

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being constantly vigilant. She fully understands that children must always be in her sight and hearing range when they are eating. She knows that she must teach children in her care to remain seated and take small mouthfuls. This will help prevent incidents of choking. n The childminder intends to take children on outings into the local community. This will help them to learn about the world around them. The childminder describes how a visit to the park will promote children's physical development when they climb, jump and run. She will also teach children the skills they need to cross the road safely to enable them to notice risks around them. n The childminder describes how she will promote fundamental British values in her provision. She will teach children to listen to and respect the views of other people. The childminder will establish rules and boundaries that help children to develop self-control and considerate behaviour as they grow.

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This provision meets requirements

14 May 2025 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 2699406 Local authority Surrey Inspection number 10380386 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 3 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2022 and lives in Staines, Middlesex. She holds a relevant childcare qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises their early years provision, including the aims and rationale for their EYFS curriculum. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about her understanding of safeguarding and welfare requirements in the EYFS. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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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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Inspection activities

14 May 2025 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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