Childminder in Croydon

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 23 October 2015 5 April 2012

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder understands how to help children learn safe behaviours. The premises are secure. She has a good knowledge of child protection and the action to take if concerned about a child.  The childminder recognises the importance of evaluating her provision and of undertaking training to improve what she provides for children.  The childminder organises resources so they are freely accessible to children, to support their independence and ability to make choices.  The childminder understands how to assess children's progress and plan effectively for their next stages of learning.  The childminder understands how to help children develop a positive attitude to healthy eating and enjoy outdoor activities, which supports a healthy lifestyle.  The childminder knows it is important to work in partnership with parents and other professionals to meet children's individual needs.

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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 discussed the policies the childminder will use when caring for children, including her safeguarding and complaints policy.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she plans to evaluate her service, acting on the views of parents, children and other professionals.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to observe, assess and plan for children's individual needs.  The inspector viewed a range of resources and activities for children.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she plans to share information with parents and other relevant professionals about children's learning and development.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY341760 Local authority Croydon Inspection number 1002567 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 5 April 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2006. She lives in New Addington, in the London Borough of Croydon. The childminding service is available from Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm all year round. The childminder can receive funding to provide free early education for children aged two, three and four. There were no children on roll in the early years age group at the time of inspection, although the childminder was caring for school-aged children.

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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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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