Childminder in Croydon

Inspection date 18 September 2018 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands the requirements of the early years foundation stage. She demonstrates a secure understanding of how to provide activities and resources that interest children and support their next steps in learning. n The childminder recognises the importance of risk assessment and understands the importance of safeguarding children. She knows whom to contact if she is concerned about a child's welfare. n The childminder understands how to manage children's behaviour and promote their emotional well-being. She discusses a range of appropriate positive behaviour management strategies, which she intends to use in partnership with parents. n The childminder knows the benefits of evaluating her practice to help her continually improve. She discusses how she will work in partnership with other professionals to support this process. n The childminder recognises the importance of promoting children's health and well-

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being. She discusses how she intends to give children regular opportunities for developing their physical skills.

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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. Inspection activities n The inspector checked the areas of the childminder's space and discussed how she will identify and address hazards. n The inspector viewed resources and discussed how the childminder plans to deliver the educational programmes. n The inspector looked at policies, procedures and Disclosure and Barring Service documents. n The inspector discussed safeguarding and how the childminder will ensure her ongoing

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suitability and the suitability of people living at the premises. n The inspector discussed how the childminder intends to improve her practice and service.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY497207 Local authority Croydon Inspection number 10060575 Type of provision Childminder

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Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 4 - 7 Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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The childminder registered in 2016. She lives in Addiscombe in the London Borough of Croydon. The childminder works each weekday, all year round.

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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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