Childminder in Merton

Inspection date 9 November 2018 Previous inspection date 5 April 2018

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Not met (with actions) Effectiveness of leadership and management Good 2 Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2 Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2 Outcomes for children Good 2

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The provision is good

n The childminder follows children's interests well and provides a stimulating environment to support their learning. For example, she organises a broad range of adult-led and child-initiated activities. Children who are enthusiastic about cars have access to a wide selection of wheeled vehicles. n The childminder develops effective partnerships and information sharing with parents from the beginning of the placement. This successfully promotes consistency in children's care and learning and gives the childminder a secure knowledge of children's starting points. n Children are happy and well settled in the childminder's care. They benefit from the close attachments that they have established with her and family members. n The development of children's social skills and confidence is promoted well. For instance, the childminder makes effective use of local groups to support children to develop relationships with a wider range of children and adults.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n At times, there are not enough opportunities for younger children to engage in sensory experiences. n The childminder has not yet begun to focus on her professional development to broaden her knowledge and skills to help raise the quality of teaching to an even higher level.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

n provide more opportunities for children to develop their sensory skills and abilities during daily activities n strengthen plans for professional development to drive the quality of teaching and learning to an even higher standard.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector spoke to the childminder and the children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector observed the childminder's interactions with the children. n The inspector sampled a range of documentation, including policies, procedures and children's records. n The inspector conducted a tour of the premises used for childminding purposes.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good understanding of her role in protecting children from extreme views and harm. She knows the correct procedures to follow if she has a child protection concern about a child's welfare. The childminder conducts daily risk assessments of outings and areas of her home used by children. This supports her to keep children safe, whilst they are in her care. Since the previous inspection, the childminder has worked hard to organise her paper work and documentation to ensure they are available for inspection.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides a wide variety of enjoyable learning experiences for children. She interacts well with them and extends their learning successfully. For example, she sits on the floor to play and supports younger children's emerging language and learning. She models clear words to help build on their vocabulary and understanding. The childminder promotes children's early reading skills well. For instance, she creates a comfy reading area in a tent which she fills with cushions, soft toys and lots of age- appropriate books. The childminder encourages the children to join her inside the tent to listen to stories. She uses various tones in her voice to bring the stories to life and gain children's interest. The childminder makes very good use of everyday activities to introduce mathematical concepts. For instance, as children build with large blocks, she names the colours and counts the blocks to promote their awareness of counting and

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The environment is welcoming and homely. The childminder helps children to keep active with daily exercise and outdoor play, which promotes their good health. For example, children regularly go for walks in their local community, as well as attending soft-play centres and local parks. The childminder effectively supports children's understanding of how to keep safe. She teaches children how to tidy up to prevent tripping hazards and they follow her instructions well. The childminder is a good role model and children's behaviour is good. She encourages children to be independent during daily routines. For instance, younger children feed themselves at mealtimes. The childminder consistently supports younger children to develop good hygiene practices, such as using wipes to clean their hands before meals and snacks.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress. They gain the essential skills needed to help prepare them for the next stage in their learning and, where appropriate, the move on to school. Younger children concentrate for long periods of time when playing with their favourite toys. They enjoy accessing battery-operated cars and vehicles to explore and investigate how they work. Children are sociable, confident learners who eagerly express their own preferences.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY439214 Local authority Merton Inspection number 10071691 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 1 - Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1 Date of previous inspection 5 April 2018

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2011. She lives in Mitcham, in the London Borough of Merton. The childminder is available to care for children Monday to Friday from 8am until 6pm throughout the year. The childminder holds a relevant qualification.

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Registers

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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