Childminder EY543434

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Not applicable

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The provision is good

Children enjoy playing in a safe and suitable environment. They benefit from a dedicated playroom with plenty of space. The childminder puts lots of thought into planning the resources and space to meet the needs of the children in attendance. For example, when she is minding young children, she removes large equipment to provide room for them to develop their mobility. She provides lots of cushions and soft furnishings to make cosy areas where babies can snuggle down and rest. Children move confidently around the playroom and choose freely from the available resources. Their learning is well promoted by the rich environment. For example, numbers displayed on the stairs prompt children to attempt to count as they go up and down. Babies form strong bonds with the childminder and look to her for reassurance. They enjoy her company and invite her to join their play. The childminder ensures her home remains safe. She is well prepared in case of

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The provision is good

emergency. The fire brigade recently visited the premises to check the smoke detectors and advise on safe evacuation procedures. Children learn how to stay safe. For example, the childminder reminds them to walk inside so that they do not slip.

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need to do better?

n The childminder knows children well and she understands their individual care needs, sleep patterns, likes and dislikes. She takes care to support their emotional well-being and treats them with respect and dignity. She works closely with parents to provide regular routines and consistency. n The childminder fosters strong relationships with parents. She provides advice and support to enable them to meet their children's needs. Parents state that the childminder provides a 'home-from-home environment' for their children. They value the regular feedback they receive via daily record books and newsletters. n Babies develop a love of books and reading. The childminder understands how to inspire them to enjoy stories. She provides age-appropriate pop-up books and board books to stimulate their interest and enjoyment and make story time more interactive. n The childminder ensures that she continues to improve her practice and meets

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need to do better?

children's needs as she attends regular training. For example, she recently attended a course to help her meet the needs of the babies she currently minds. n Children enjoy a healthy diet. The childminder provides healthy home-cooked meals. She draws up menus with parents, taking into account children's allergies and dietary preferences. Babies kick their legs excitedly as they enjoy their lunch of home-made chicken soup. The childminder supports their attempts to feed themselves. n The childminder provides a range of interesting and stimulating activities that

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need to do better?

26 November 2019 cover all areas of learning. For example, babies enjoy sensory experiences. They giggle as they pretend to swim on the shiny paper she lays out for them. The childminder takes children outside every day so that they have plenty of fresh air and exercise. They explore the variety of leaves they collect for their nature table. The childminder takes children to a local playgroup to help develop their social skills. n Babies' emerging language skills are well supported. The childminder responds to their attempts to communicate, and she remodels and repeats their words. Children who speak English as an additional language develop confidence. The childminder supports them to use simple words in English and their home language. n The childminder knows the individual learning styles of the children she minds. However, she does not provide sequenced learning opportunities that build on children's existing skills to ensure the best possible progress.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has attended training to ensure she has a good understanding of the signs which might indicate a child is at risk of harm. She knows the action she should take should she be concerned about any child. The childminder has previously worked with an assistant and is aware of safe recruitment procedures should she decide to employ one in the future. The premises are secure and the childminder keeps a record of all visitors. She takes all necessary steps to minimise hazards. For example, she places safety gates at the kitchen door and on the stairs.

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should:

n plan sequenced learning experiences which build on what children already know.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY543434 Local authority Croydon Inspection number 10107447 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 to 5 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017. She lives in Thornton Heath in the London Borough of Croydon. She provides care on weekdays, throughout the year.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector met with parents and took into account the written information they supplied. n The inspector viewed documentation relating to the suitability of the childminder. n The inspector observed interactions between the childminder and children and discussed the progress of individual children. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she supports children's learning.

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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

26 November 2019 regulates and inspects to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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