Childminder in Surrey

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a good attitude towards her own professional development. She recognises the importance of continually updating her knowledge and skills. For example, she signs up to local authority pilot schemes to improve the provision of care for children aged under two. n The childminder has a sound understanding of recruitment and vetting procedures, when employing adults who work for her. She is in the process of reviewing these procedures to meet future changes to the early years foundation stage requirements. n The childminder demonstrates a secure understanding of the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage. She understands the importance of implementing a curriculum that supports children to develop essential skills across the prime areas of learning. n Positive relationships with parents are valued by the childminder. The childminder understands the importance of assessing children's progress and

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sharing this with parents, as well as giving ideas as to how they can support their children's learning at home. n The childminder recognises the importance of providing children with a range of experiences beyond the home, to broaden their understanding of the wider world and enhance their cultural capital. For example, the childminder is a trained forest school practitioner and understands the benefits of outdoor learning. n The childminder signs up to initiatives to support children's healthy living. For example, she has recently subscribed to a scheme designed to ensure that the food she offers provides the appropriate amount of energy and nutrients for children. n The childminder demonstrates a secure understanding of how to support children's behaviour. She has clear behavioural expectations, such as being kind to others, taking turns and sharing.

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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 EY359206 Local authority Surrey Inspection number 10394891 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 0 Date of previous inspection 30 September 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2007 and lives in Camberley, Surrey. She operates all year round, Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm, except for bank holidays. The childminder has the option to work with a number of part-time assistants and alongside other childminders who are registered to work in her home. The childminder is accredited through the Montessori Evaluation and Accreditation Board.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector checked the childminder's understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The childminder explained to the inspector how she would plan her curriculum and how she would work in partnership with parents. n The inspector talked to the childminder about how she reflects on her practice and develops her knowledge and skills. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises.

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Inspection activities

4 June 2025 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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