Childminder in Merton

Inspection date 12 November 2018 Previous inspection date 16 February 2016

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder intends to teach children how to manage their own risk and safety. For example, she plans to teach them how to use scissors safely. n The childminder is aware of the skills children need to help them be independent and prepare them effectively for school. She knows how to encourage good behaviour and intends to use positive praise. She plans to role model good manners and teach children to share and take turns. n Since the last inspection, the childminder has developed a better understanding of how children learn and intends to plan activities that engage children's interest and motivates them. n The childminder has a good understanding of how to support children's communication and language skills. For example, she will have sensory books for younger children and use role-play equipment to extend language for older children. n The childminder recognises the importance of evaluating her practice to identify areas

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for improvement. She intends to seek the views of parents and children to do this. n The childminder keeps her safeguarding knowledge current. She keeps up to date with any changes in practice or new legislation.

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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 viewed the premises used for childminding. n The inspector and childminder discussed her knowledge of safeguarding, risk assessment, child development and self-evaluation. n The inspector reviewed the resources and talked to the childminder about how she would plan activities to support children's learning. n The inspector sampled documentation, including planning, policies and procedures.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 137964 Local authority Merton Inspection number 10072406 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 0 - 0 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 16 February 2016

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The childminder registered in 1992. She lives in New Malden, Surrey. The childminder operates Monday to Friday, from 7am to 7pm, for most of the year. The childminder holds a childcare qualification at level 3.

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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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