Childminder in Croydon

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 build close relationships with the childminder and her family members. They gain confidence, acquire good social skills and enjoy plenty of cuddles and reassurance. Children enjoy opportunities to interact and meet others during local outings and walks.

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The provision is good

Children begin to understand what is expected of them, and respond well to gentle reminders and explanations from the childminder. They show care and consideration for others, such as when offering cups of drink to their friends at snack time. Children show that they are happy as they move between accessible and inviting resources. Children show that they are learning. They remember correct actions for songs and predict what is coming next when sharing familiar stories. They move their bodies well. Children's early communication is supported well, for example, through repetitive singing, shared story times and the use of pictures.

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The provision is good

Children's care needs are managed well. They quickly learn how to feed themselves and drink from a cup unaided. Children enjoy healthy meals that meet their dietary needs. They are reminded how to stay safe in the sun, although little information is shared with children about healthy eating. Children clearly enjoy the warmth and affection they receive.

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need to do better?

n The childminder implements her curriculum well. She makes good use of children's interests when planning activities and helps children to build on their prior learning. Children show that they are independent and motivated learners from an early stage. They select resources independently, and make choices about what to do. This helps children to progress well from the start. n The childminder makes the most of learning opportunities in her home. For example, children enjoyed exploring the texture of slushy sand, after heavy rain outdoors. Children push and press buttons, turn pages during shared stories and pick dried and cooked rice. This helps to strengthen the hand muscles they will need for later writing. n The childminder encourages children to have fun while they learn and play. For example, during music sessions children bang loudly when they see a picture of an elephant, and roar when they see a lion. This helps children to develop their

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listening and attention skills. n The childminder gathers information from parents that contributes to assessments of children's learning. This helps her to identify and address potential gaps in children's development from an early stage. Parents receive sensitive support, advice and reassurance about their child's development and

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8 June 2021 successfully implement shared strategies at home. n The childminder uses effective teaching to support children's communication. She talks about what children are doing as they play, allows children plenty of time to respond, and makes good use of visual aids during activities. The childminder interprets children's early talk well, modelling correct pronunciation and praising their efforts. Opportunities for children to recognise or share the language they hear at home are less well-developed. n Children show their emerging interest in maths. For example, they squat and look closely at the patterns and lines in paving bricks outdoors. The childminder counts with children often. Children have good opportunities to recognise numerals, such as when they role play outdoors and look at price labels as they shop. n Children benefit from the childminder's effective partnerships with the school and other settings that children attend. The childminder is aware of what

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children learn when they are away from her home. This helps her to build on their existing knowledge and skills. n The childminder offers a flexible and responsive service. She works well with parents to mirror routines from home, adjusting them as children's needs change. She shares information well to ensure that children enjoy nutritious meals that are appropriate for them. The childminder does not yet consider how to teach children about the benefits of the healthy meals and snacks that she provides. n The childminder seeks the views of parents, and uses her links with other practitioners to help evaluate and develop her service. This contributes to the good quality that she achieves.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder completes training to update her safeguarding knowledge. She has a good understanding of the potential risks to children and knows how to respond if concerns arise, including if an allegation is made against her. The childminder has suitable arrangements for administering medication. She keeps accurate records of children's accidents and implements effective monitoring to avoid future injuries. The childminder works with other professionals to help assure children's safety, when needed. The childminder knows where to seek safeguarding advice and support. She has a good understanding of the roles of different agencies, and when to contact them.

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should:

n strengthen opportunities for children to recognise and use the languages that

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8 June 2021 they speak or hear at home n enhance support for children to understand the benefits of the healthy food that they eat.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY553734 Local authority Croydon Inspection number 10174581 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 4 Number of children on roll 5 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017. She lives in South Norwood in the London Borough of Croydon. She operates 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, for most of the year.

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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 this into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The inspector observed the quality of the childminder's interactions with children, and assessed the impact of these on learning. n The childminder and inspector discussed a children's activity. n The childminder showed the inspector her home and explained how she supports children's learning. n The inspector reviewed documents. These included the childminder's training and qualifications, policies, accident records and the suitability of the childminder and household members.

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Inspection activities

8 June 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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Inspection activities

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