Childminder in Merton

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 21 January 2015 Not applicable

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This inspection: Met

Previous inspection: Not applicable The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder demonstrates she understands the information she needs to obtain from parents to help her meet children's individual needs effectively.  The childminder has a suitable selection of play materials and resources to promote children's learning and development.  The childminder understands the learning and development requirements. She demonstrates secure knowledge of how to use observations and assessments to monitor children's development and plan for the next steps in their learning.  The childminder has a good understanding of procedures to safeguard children. She regularly updates her child protection knowledge to make sure she is aware of how to report any concerns about a child's welfare.  The childminder has a good understanding of the importance of teaching children about leading healthy lifestyles. She provides fresh, home cooked meals and nutritious snacks and ensures children have daily opportunities to play outside.

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder demonstrates a sound capacity towards maintaining continuous improvement and improving outcomes for children.

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The provision meets requirements

There were no children 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 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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Inspection activities

 The inspector had a tour of the premises, viewed resources and checked all areas of the premises that children may use.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she would support children's learning and development.  The inspector looked at policies and documents the childminder will use when caring for children

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY409187 Local authority Merton Inspection number 724962 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 3 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2010. She lives with her husband and two children in the London Borough of Merton. The childminder uses all areas of her home for childminding. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory part of the Childcare Register. There are currently no children on roll.

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Telephone number

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted 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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Telephone number

procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. 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 Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, 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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Telephone number

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Telephone number

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

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