Childminder in Croydon

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder is friendly and welcoming. She has a thorough understanding of how to provide an inclusive setting where children's uniqueness is celebrated. The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of how to promote children's well-being through secure attachments and positive relationships. n The childminder recognises the importance of building good partnerships with parents. She plans to share information about children's progress with parents and to help support their learning at home. n The childminder understands how to manage children's behaviour. She explains how she will help children to develop positive relationships and to be tolerant, kind, and respectful. n The childminder is fully aware of the signs and symptoms of abuse, including wider safeguarding issues such as the 'Prevent' duty. She knows the procedures to follow should she have any concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder

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has a good understanding of the importance of maintaining a safe and secure environment and how to minimise any possible risks to children indoors, outdoors and on all outings. n The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of the importance of a healthy lifestyle. She intends to provide healthy snacks and meals and a range of opportunities outdoors for children to be active in their play. n The childminder clearly demonstrates how she is going to help children learn about and respect the similarities and differences in people and provide opportunities for children to learn about the community they live in with outings to the local library, shops, and playgrounds.

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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 EY549146 Local authority Croydon Inspection number 10174406 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

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. She lives in the London Borough of Croydon and operates from 8am to 8pm, Saturday to Sunday throughout the year, apart from family holidays and bank holidays.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider received since the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder discussed with the inspector how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to assess children's progress and plan for the next steps in their learning. n The inspector asked the childminder questions throughout the inspection to establish her understanding of how to safeguard children. n he inspector had a tour of the areas of the premises where childcare is to be provided.

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Inspection activities

26 May 2021 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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26 May 2021 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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