Childminder in Merton

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 26 November 2015 9 January 2012

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder is aware of her responsibility to meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She is aware of safeguarding and child protection issues, and the procedures to follow to safeguard children and protect them from harm.  The childminder remains up to date with requirements. For instance, she has completed training to develop her understanding of how to plan activities that build on children's individual next steps across all areas of learning.  The childminder knows how to promote diversity; she is able to identify resources and activities to help teach children about different cultures and beliefs.  The childminder is aware of assessment processes to identify children's starting points and to monitor their ongoing progress. She understands the importance of regularly sharing this information with parents, to enable consistent learning at home.  The childminder has available a range of resources that are safe and suitable, and she

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The provision meets requirements

knows how to use these to promote learning for different ages and abilities.  The childminder understand how to help children build strong relationships, including teaching them to share, take turns and be kind to each other.  The childminder recognises the importance of promoting children's health, welfare and well-being. She holds a current paediatric first-aid qualification.

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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 viewed the premises and observed the resources available for children's play.  The inspector sampled documentation, including the childminder's training certificates, self-evaluation, and her policies and procedures.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder to assess her understanding of procedures, routines and requirements.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY282094 Local authority Merton Inspection number 833584 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 9 January 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2004. She lives in Colliers Wood, in the London Borough of Merton. The childminder offers care on weekdays, including before and after school, all year round. At the time of the inspection, there were no children present in the early years age group.

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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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