Childminder in Merton

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder has not provided Ofsted with the necessary information to ensure that all the required suitability checks for household members over the age of 16 years are completed. n The childminder is unable to provide evidence of her first-aid training. She does not have this documentation available to show that she is meeting all the required regulations. n The childminder demonstrates her knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements. She explains how she will deliver a broad curriculum and use her observations of children to identify what they need to learn next. n The childminder recognises the importance of working in partnership with parents and other professional agencies to ensure consistency in children's care and learning. n The childminder explains how she will provide healthy home-cooked meals and how she will promote children's well-being by providing plenty of opportunity for

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fresh air and exercise. n The childminder has completed safeguarding training and has a secure understanding of how to recognise signs and symptoms of abuse. She knows who to contact should she have any concerns regarding children's welfare. n The childminder knows the procedures to follow if allegations are made against herself or a family member. n The childminder discusses how she uses risk assessment to identify any potential hazards to children. She demonstrates a clear understanding of how to reduce risks to keep children safe. n The childminder understands how to role model positive behaviour so that children learn to have respect and consideration for others.

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This provision does not meet 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.

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Due date

27 September 2019 ensure that Ofsted is provided with the required information on all household members over the age of 16 years so that their suitability can be checked 31/01/2020

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Due date

ensure a certificate showing completion of a paediatric first-aid training course is available for inspection. 31/01/2020

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Setting details

Unique reference number 137994 Local authority Merton Inspection number 10120502 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 to 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 22 February 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1995. She lives in Raynes Park, in the London Borough of Merton. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm from Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the curriculum for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning. n The inspector viewed the areas where childminding will take place, and had a discussion about the resources that the childminder provides. n The inspector sampled documentation, including training records, policies and public liability insurance. n The inspector discussed with the childminder her knowledge of safeguarding and risk assessment.

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Inspection activities

We carried out this inspection 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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Inspection activities

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