Childminder in Croydon

Inspection date 30 January 2019 Previous inspection date 24 February 2016

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder is familiar with how to identify and report any concerns she has about children's safety and welfare. She knows how to keep her knowledge of child protection up to date to ensure she can report any concerns promptly. n The childminder understands how to support children's learning and development. She knows how to observe, plan and assess children's achievements to ensure they make progress and are prepared for their eventual move to school. n The childminder recognises the importance of developing strong partnerships with parents. n The childminder has a wide variety of toys and resources to appeal to a variety of ages and stages of learning. n The childminder knows the importance of evaluating her provision to improve outcomes for children. n The childminder demonstrates that she understands how to plan activities which engage children's interests.

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This 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. Inspection activities n The inspector toured the premises used for childminding. n The inspector spoke to the childminder about her understanding of safeguarding and child protection. n The inspector sampled a range of documents, including policies and suitability checks. n The inspector spoke to the childminder about how she organises activities to support children's development.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 124796 Local authority Croydon Inspection number 10062339 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 6 - 9 Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 24 February 2016

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The childminder registered in 1991 and lives in South Norwood, London. She operates on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 7.30am to 5pm, before and after school, during term time only.

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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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