Childminder 138088

Inspection date 27 June 2019 Previous inspection date 6 July 2016

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates an appropriate understanding of safeguarding procedures. She is aware of the type of events she must tell Ofsted about to keep children safe. n The childminder has an appropriate knowledge of the learning and development requirements. She is aware of how to assess and promote young children's progress. The childminder has a good awareness of how to provide age-appropriate learning experiences for all children. n The childminder provides a homely environment which is safe, welcoming and effectively resourced for the care of children. n Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates that she works closely with parents to ensure children have suitable opportunities to become familiar with her setting and her family. n The childminder demonstrates a sound understanding of the benefits of fresh air and exercise for children. She offers daily outdoor play using local parks and her rear

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garden. She explains that she provides healthy snacks based on individual children's dietary needs. n The childminder understands the importance of reflecting on her provision. She has successfully addressed the recommendation from her last inspection.

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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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n The inspector held discussions with the childminder to explore her understanding of the requirements of the early years foundation stage. n The inspector held discussions about the systems the childminder uses for self- development, as well as the steps she has taken to monitor and improve her practice since the last inspection. n The inspector discussed the required records the childminder keeps when childminding and the policies and procedures she shares with parents. n The inspector looked at areas of the home used for childminding and some of the play materials and equipment used by children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 138088 Local authority Merton Inspection number 10072410 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 5 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 6 July 2016

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The childminder registered in 1986. She lives in Morden, in the London Borough of Merton. The childminder offers care Monday to Friday from 7.30am to 6pm, all year round, except for family holidays and bank holidays.

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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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