Childminder EY547750

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder explained the importance of children's emotional well-being. She has plans to support children to manage their own personal needs, and to help them to prepare for the next stage in their learning. n The childminder demonstrates a secure understanding of how to safeguard children. She is aware of the signs and symptoms of the different types of abuse, and knows how to report a concern. n The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents and professionals. She knows how to use information obtained from parents before children start in order to support their learning. She plans an appropriate learning environment within the home, and for off-site activities. n The childminder understands her role to help children to lead a healthy lifestyle. She carries out research to support her to prepare fresh and healthy meals. n The childminder understands how to provide a warm and caring environment for

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children. She describes the importance of building close emotional bonds with the children in her care. n The childminder is a positive role model, and has high expectations for children. She describes how she will teach children right from wrong, and knows how to support children to respect the diverse cultures and communities around them. She knows how to support children's behaviour. n The childminder can explain how she will provide children with regular opportunities to enjoy fresh air and exercise. She plans to use the garden and parks, daily. n The childminder completes mandatory training, and holds a paediatric first-aid certificate. n The childminder plans interesting and challenging activities to motivate and engage children. She has a system of assessment in place. Additionally, she understands her responsibilities to complete the required progress check for children aged between two and three years.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder explains how she reviews the effectiveness of her setting. She understands how to consider the strengths and weaknesses, and knows how this will help her to improve and develop the provision.

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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.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY547750 Local authority Croydon Inspection number 10109968 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 0 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in the London Borough of Croydon. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. The childminder has a childcare qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector spoke to the childminder about her responsibilities to meet all requirements, including for safeguarding. n The childminder explained the curriculum that she intends to provide, and how she will undertake observation, assessment and planning. n The inspector viewed resources and looked at the areas of the premises used for childminding. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, including the childminder's qualifications and training certificates. She reviewed evidence of the suitability of the childminder and household members.

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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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