Childminder in Croydon

Inspection date 10 June 2019 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a secure knowledge and understanding of the requirements of the early years foundation stage. She knows how to promote children's care and education. n The childminder understands the importance of establishing what children know and can do when they first start. She knows how to use this information to respond to children's individual needs and abilities. n The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of safeguarding matters. She knows the procedures to follow if she has any concerns about children's welfare. n The childminder has continued to attend training to keep her knowledge up to date. She explains how she evaluates her practice to improve outcomes for children. n The childminder's home is clean and tidy indoors and outside. The childminder has maintained records to ensure a safe and suitable environment for children. n The childminder knows how to plan a range of activities to support children to make

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good progress. She explains how she will support children to develop the behaviour and skills they need to take their next steps in learning. n The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents. She describes how she will share knowledge with parents about their child. n The childminder demonstrates a good awareness of promoting diversity. She knows about opportunities in her community to celebrate cultural festivals. The childminder understands how to encourage children to have positive attitudes towards others.

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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

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This provision meets requirements

n The inspector looked at policies, procedures and documentation which the childminder will use when caring for children. n The inspector viewed documentation relating to the suitability of household members, and spoke to the childminder about her understanding of the legal requirements for safeguarding and welfare. n The inspector viewed the indoor and outdoor areas that are used by the childminder when she is caring for children. n The inspector spoke to the childminder about how she reviews and evaluates her setting. n The inspector spoke to the childminder about her understanding of children's learning and development.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY539955 Local authority Croydon Inspection number 10090221 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 0 - 0 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in South Norwood, in the London Borough of Croydon. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. The childminder offers flexible childcare, including after-school care. She has 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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