Childminder in Merton

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder is confident in describing the indicators that might suggest a child is at risk of harm. This includes if they are at risk of being exposed to extremist influences or prejudiced views. She shares how she will report any safeguarding concerns to relevant agencies. n The childminder describes how she will observe and assess children's learning. She shares how she intends to use the information gained from children's assessments to plan a variety of age-appropriate activities and help children make progress in their learning. n The childminder talks about how she will work in partnership with parents. This includes how she plans to share information about their children's behaviour to achieve a consistent approach. n The childminder describes how she intends to evaluate her provision to help identify her strengths and areas for improvement. She expresses her commitment to promoting her professional development and talks about how

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This provision meets requirements

she will keep her knowledge of early years up to date. n The childminder describes how she will risk assess the premises to protect children's safety and welfare. This includes checking the toys and equipment that will be made available to ensure they are age-appropriate and suitable.

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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 EY550163 Local authority Merton Inspection number 10174091 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 2018 and lives in the London Borough of Merton. She offers her service all year round from 8am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year round. The childminder holds a relevant childcare qualification.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the setting 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 her evaluation of the provider. n The inspector viewed all areas of the home and discussed the risk assessment checks with the childminder. She looked at the available equipment and toys that are available for young children to use. n The inspector sampled the childminder's documentation, including her training certificates. She talked to the childminder about the self-evaluation process. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to implement the early years curriculum. She asked the childminder how she plans to work with parents.

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Inspection activities

17 August 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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17 August 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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