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 benefit from the well-organised, safe and inviting environment that the childminder provides. Children are happy and settled and build strong attachments. The childminder is kind and caring and speaks in a calm manner. Children listen and behave well. They have good manners and share resources with their peers.

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The provision is good

Children know the routine well. On arrival, they take off their shoes and hang up their coats. Older children recognise their names and self-register. Children show high levels of independence. They make choices in their play, attend to their toileting needs, and wash their hands. Children understand the importance of good hygiene. Children dispose of food waste in the recycling bin and clear their plates from the table after lunch. The childminder regularly provides praise and encouragement, which helps children to feel valued.

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The provision is good

The childminder has high expectations for all the children who attend her setting. Children eagerly join in activities, which challenge their learning. They show good levels of concentration as they mix different-coloured sand and copy patterns. The childminder supports children to recap on their previous learning. They discuss fireworks and celebrating Diwali as they talk about the colours and festival of light. Children use brushes to increase their small-muscle development and older children form their initial letters to support their early writing skills.

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need to do better?

n Information from parents is sought from the start about children's care and learning needs. This enables the childminder to build on children's interests and what they can do from the beginning. She uses her ongoing assessments effectively to address any gaps and ensures the activities fully support the next steps in children's learning. n The childminder places a high priority on increasing children's communication and language skills. She provides opportunities for children to join in conversations and contribute their ideas. The childminder asks meaningful questions and gives children time to think and answer. Children are fond of singing, sharing stories and using puppets. They ask for familiar stories and enjoy joining in with the repetitive text. Children learn new vocabulary with the childminder and express themselves confidently. n Partnerships with parents are strong. The childminder provides detailed

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information about children's daily routines and progress. She keeps parents informed of activities and of their children's achievements. The childminder discusses next steps and shares ideas to continue learning at home, which includes encouraging a love of reading. Parents say that they are incredibly happy with the care their children receive and the good progress they are

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8 November 2021 making. n The childminder plans a well-sequenced curriculum that covers all areas of learning. She provides many first-hand experiences, which help children to understand all aspects of the world around them. For example, children explore in the woods and visit the farm and pumpkin patch to learn how fruit grows. They learn about different festivals and increase their knowledge as they display poppies and talk about Remembrance Day. n Children's understanding of healthy lifestyles is supported well. The childminder provides nutritious food and snacks while the children are in her care. Children talk about the importance of eating fruit and vegetables and needing energy for exercise. The childminder provides daily opportunities for children to be physically active. For example, they play in the garden, visit the park and attend local groups. n The childminder works well in partnership with other professionals. She shares

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next steps, with permission from parents, with the pre-school that children attend. This supports continuity in their care and learning. The childminder completes progress checks for children between the ages of two and three years. The childminder implements individual programmes from professionals to help children who need additional support. n The childminder regularly reflects on her practice and seeks views from parents. She has plans to develop her garden to provide a growing area for the children. The childminder keeps up to date with changes and has completed her mandatory training. She meets regularly with other childminders and shares ideas and good practice. However, the childminder has not yet explored increasing her knowledge to support children who need additional help with their physical needs.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a clear understanding of the signs and symptoms that may indicate a child is at risk of harm or neglect. She understands her responsibilities and knows the procedures to follow if she has concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder uses risk assessments to ensure her home is safe and shares information with parents about online safety. She teaches children to manage risk. For example, children practise crossing the road safely and talk about the importance of using car seats. The childminder keeps her training up to date and has a good understanding of wider safeguarding issues, including the 'Prevent' duty and county lines.

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should:

8 November 2021 n improve knowledge on how to support children who need additional help with their physical needs.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY541145 Local authority Croydon Inspection number 10089970 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 5 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 Selsdon, Surrey, which is in the London Borough of Croydon. The childminder works from Monday to Thursday between 8am and 6pm, all year round. The childminder has a relevant level 4 childcare qualification.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider received since the COVID-19 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 and inspector discussed how the curriculum has been implemented and the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and the children. n The inspector spoke to parents and read their comments. The inspector took account of their views. n Discussions took place between the childminder and inspector at appropriate times. n The childminder provided the inspector with relevant documentation, including suitability checks and insurance.

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Inspection activities

8 November 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

8 November 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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