Childminder EY433850

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Outstanding

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The provision is good

The childminder warmly welcomes children when they arrive. She communicates well with parents at drop off time to ensure she is fully aware of children's needs for the day. For example, she gathers information of children's sleep and eating routines to provide a continuity of care. Children squeal with delight when they see their friends and are keen to greet them. The childminder provides toys and resources she knows the children like, this helps them to settle quickly. Children enjoy exploring the environment and choosing toys to play with. There is a variety of toys available for the age range of children attending. As a result, children are happy and play contently with the activities on offer.

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The provision is good

Children are developing their communication skills. The childminder uses effective techniques to support the development of children's speech and language. For example, the childminder listens to what children have to say and repeats their words clearly. She introduces new words to expand children's vocabulary and gives children time to reply to questions. During play the childminder engages children in meaningful conversations which helps them become confident communicators.

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need to do better?

n The childminder enjoys teaching children about nature and the world around them. She ensures children spend plenty of time outdoors and provides activities, such as planting and caring for herbs. The childminder encourages children to use the herbs in their sensory play. The childminder teaches children about bugs and insects to help them learn about the world they live in. n Children enjoy listening to stories. The childminder encourages children to choose books for her to read to them. The childminder uses an animated voice which helps children focus on the story. Children listen intently and answer questions about the text. They enthusiastically finish familiar sentences which the childminder praises them for remembering. This helps to support children's early literacy skills. n The childminder has high expectations for children's behaviour. She reinforces good manners, such as reminding children to ask to leave the table after eating

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need to do better?

and saying 'thank you'. Children follow the childminders lead and show care and concern for their friends. They kindly offer their friends toys to help them settle. This helps to promote empathy and supports children to develop positive relationships. n The childminder demonstrates how to use resources and encourages children to copy her actions. For example, the childminder shows children how to fit objects into a shape sorter. Children watch and follow her actions which helps them learn new skills. n The childminder encourages children to eat healthy foods to support their health

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2 September 2025 and wellbeing. She follows nutritional guidelines and suitably prepares food to ensure it is safe for children to eat. The childminder gathers information of children's allergies and intolerances to ensure they eat the correct food to keep them safe. n Generally, the childminder encourages children to develop their independence skills. For example, she gives children a cloth and reminds them to look in the mirror to wipe their face after eating. However, on occasions the childminder completes tasks for some children that they could try for themselves. This does not encourage all children to practise and develop their independence skills. n The childminder organises trips outside the setting to provide experiences for children to enjoy. This includes visits to farms, the library and parks. The childminder completes risk assessments for outings to ensure children are safe. For example, she teaches children about road safety and they wear high visibility

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vests with her contact number. Children are developing an understanding of the world. n Parents like the loving family environment the childminder provides and are happy with the care their children receive. The childminder regularly provides messages to inform parents of the progress their children are making. She shares examples of activities with parents to support home learning. n The childminder networks with other childminders to share ideas and good practice. She attends group activities which enables children to socialise and develop friendships. n The childminder liaises with other settings children attend and offers to share information regarding their individual needs and education. This helps to provide a continuity of care and supports learning.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

There is an open and positive culture around safeguarding that puts children's interests first.

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should:

n strengthen opportunities for all children to further develop their independence skills.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY433850 Local authority Surrey Inspection number 10408337 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 5 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection 30 January 2020

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2011 and lives in Smallfield, Surrey. She operates Tuesday and Wednesday, from 7.30am to 5.30pm, all year round. The childminder has qualified teacher status and provides government funded places for eligible children.

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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 early years foundation stage curriculum. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and the children. n The childminder and the inspector carried out a joint observation during story time. n The childminder and inspector discussed how the curriculum had been implemented and the impact that this had on children's learning. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

2 September 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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Inspection activities

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