Childminder in Croydon

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 2 March 2015 14 December 2010

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This inspection: Met

Previous inspection: Satisfactory 3 The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has a good understanding of the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She clearly explains how she provides activities for children to stimulate their interest, taking into consideration their starting points.  The childminder knows how to assess where children are in their development and how to plan activities to help them achieve the next steps in their learning.  The childminder describes appropriate measures to ensure children's safety and well- being within her home.  The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents and staff at other settings children attend. She has clear procedures to ensure a two- way flow of communication to provide consistency and help to prepare children for future learning.  The childminder attends regular safeguarding training and fully understands her role and responsibility to safeguarding children. She confidently describes her child

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The provision meets requirements

protection procedure and reporting process.  The childminder has procedures to support the ongoing evaluation of her work. This includes seeking the views of parents and children.  The childminder holds public liability insurance and a current paediatric first-aid certificate.

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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 spoke to the childminder regarding how she supports children's learning and development, keeps children safe and promotes their well-being.  The inspector reviewed documents, including evidence of training, the safeguarding policy and suitability records of the adults in the household.  The inspector discussed self-evaluation with the childminder and her plans for improvement.  The inspector looked at the areas where childcare is to be provided.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY391570 Local authority Croydon Inspection number 844673 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 14 December 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2009. She lives in Purley, in the London Borough of Croydon.

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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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