Childminder in Surrey

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder describes how she creates and maintains a safe, stimulating learning environment for children. She discusses how she carefully considers purposeful play experiences that reflect children's ever-evolving interests, abilities and needs. The childminder recognises how this helps children to remain fully engaged in their play and enjoy their time in her care. n The childminder explains that outings are a significant part of her curriculum. She discusses how these experiences provide children with real-life opportunities in fun and engaging ways. For example, visits to the beach allow her to extend learning across all the areas of the curriculum. The childminder also plans to gather detailed information about each child's home life and use this to offer them opportunities that they may not have experienced before. n The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of the purpose of assessing

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and observing children. She knows that she can use this information to identify any emerging gaps in their development. She is aware of outside agencies to gain further guidance and provide timely and targeted support. n Recognising the importance of being a good role model, the childminder aims to demonstrate respectful behaviour for children to mirror. She describes how she uses positive reinforcement and supports children to understand the impact their actions have on themselves and others. The childminder explains that she plans to teach children to recognise and manage their emotions, to help them learn strategies to self-regulate their feelings. n The childminder places high importance on teaching children how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. She emphasises teaching children to manage their personal hygiene, such as washing hands before eating. The childminder talks about providing nutritious, balanced meals and introducing children to new foods and

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flavours. The importance of daily exercise for children is given a high priority, whether through visits to the park or active play in her secure garden. n Meaningful conversations with children about diversity are important to the childminder. She explains that discussing similarities and differences between children's own lives and those of others, helps prepare them for life in a diverse world. The childminder understands that helping children recognise and respect other people from different backgrounds, nurtures empathy and understanding. n The childminder is reflective and committed to improving her provision. She explains how feedback from children and discussions with parents help to evaluate and adapt her practice. The childminder prioritises ongoing professional development and regularly updates her knowledge. She values working relationships with other local childminders to share good practice.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder describes how working in close partnership with parents is central to her role. She plans to keep parents fully informed about their child's day and offer ideas and suggestions to ensure a consistent approach between home and the childminder's setting. This includes working with outside professionals to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities, as well as liaising with staff at other settings children may attend.

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This provision meets requirements

25 June 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 EY543319 Local authority Surrey Inspection number 10398640 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 4 November 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and is located in Walton-on-Thames in Surrey. She operates her service from Monday to Thursday from 7am to 6pm, during term time only.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector observed the suitability and safety of the childminder's premises. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to meet the safeguarding and welfare requirements and the learning and development requirements for children. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, including evidence of mandatory training.

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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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25 June 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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