Childminder 131927

Overall effectiveness Good

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

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The provision is good

This experienced and caring childminder provides a warm, home-from-home environment where children feel safe and secure. She greets families with a smile and helps children settle quickly. Children build close bonds with her and are comfortable asking for cuddles or help. They show they are happy and relaxed in her care, engaging enthusiastically in play.

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The provision is good

The childminder knows children well and plans activities around their interests. She encourages creativity through role play, where children enjoy pretending to cook meals or serve ice creams. She builds on what children know from home and the wider world such as shopping or eating out. This allows children to practise different roles, test out ideas and act out familiar experiences. Through this imaginative play, children develop confidence and enjoy exploring how the world around them works.

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The provision is good

The childminder places a strong focus on emotional development in her curriculum. She models positive behaviour and sets clear expectations. She thanks children for acts of kindness such as taking turns with toys and gives high-fives to celebrate helpfulness. She also gives gentle reminders to keep children safe, for example explaining why toys should stay on the floor. Her calm and consistent approach helps children learn to be respectful and kind.

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need to do better?

n Partnerships with parents are a strength of the setting. The childminder regularly provides updates on what the children have been doing, which ensures parents are fully involved in their child's learning and care. Parents value how her observations and advice support them at home such as encouraging children to share. This close partnership ensures children make good progress in their development. n The childminder weaves stories into daily routines to foster children's early literacy. During a sensory story, babies are absorbed as they explore textures and join in with enthusiasm, showing clear enjoyment. Carefully chosen books, such as 'Daddy, Papa and Me', help children learn about a variety of family structures. This approach builds children's interest in books and lays a strong foundation for future reading. n The childminder supports children's language development well. She models new words and describes objects and actions during play. Sensitive corrections,

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such as clarifying the names of objects, help expand children's vocabulary without discouraging their participation. These interactions help children broaden their vocabulary and grow in confidence when expressing themselves. n The childminder observes children and plans activities to help them learn new

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15 September 2025 skills. For example, she encourages children to carry and use heavy watering cans to develop strength and coordination. However, younger babies do not always have activities that support their next steps. In the garden, they are sometimes carried instead of being able to practise new skills. Indoors, babies sometimes experience fewer purposeful learning opportunities to extend their knowledge and abilities. n Children benefit from the childminder's focus on healthy lifestyles. She provides healthy, nutritious food and talks to parents about how to support healthy eating. Children wash their hands before eating and learn how fruit and vitamins help them grow. The importance of brushing teeth is reinforced through play and discussion. This helps children develop habits to support their health. n The childminder helps children recognise and manage their feelings throughout the day. She encourages them to express themselves and offers reassurance

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when they face challenges. By celebrating achievements and providing gentle support, she fosters positive self-esteem. Children develop resilience and a sense of security, knowing they are listened to and valued. n The childminder incorporates mathematical learning into everyday play. Children practise counting and number recognition through fun, hands-on activities. Children are challenged to compare sizes, for example identifying the biggest and smallest pumpkins. These activities help build early mathematical understanding. n Children benefit from the childminder's focus on developing independence in daily routines. They are encouraged to wipe their own faces and put on their shoes, with praise given for their efforts. Children are given the choice to attempt tasks themselves or accept help when needed. As a result, children grow in independence and begin to manage their personal needs with increasing

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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 consider ways to adapt activities and resources to better meet the developmental needs of the youngest children to support their learning more effectively.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 131927 Local authority Kingston upon Thames Inspection number 10399483 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 3 Date of previous inspection 4 December 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1996 and lives in Surbiton, Surrey. She operates all year round from 7am to 7pm, Monday to Wednesday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder showed the inspector around the premises and discussed how she ensures that they are safe and suitable. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and the children. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises her early years provision, including the aims and rationale for her early years foundation stage curriculum. 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. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided and the impact of this on children's learning.

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Inspection activities

15 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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15 September 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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