Childminder in Merton

Met

Previous inspection Not Met (with actions)

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates her commitment to self-evaluation. She has accessed training to keep her safeguarding and child protection knowledge current and is booked on further safeguarding training with Merton local authority. n The childminder successfully identifies many types of child protection issues. She understands the importance of raising her concerns about a child's welfare and safety with external agencies to help keep children safe and from harm. n The childminder knows how to manage children's behaviour effectively. For example, she says she will support children to be polite, use good manners and share toys. The childminder says she will be consistent in her approach. n The childminder describes how she will provide a sequenced curriculum. She says she will provide children with a range of experiences to help them make good progress. For example, the childminder says she will promote children's

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physical development, such as practising physical skills when she takes children to the park. n The childminder says she will help children learn about different cultures and beliefs, and promote an inclusive service. She understands the importance of valuing and celebrating diversity to help promote children's uniqueness.

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This provision meets requirements

There were no children in the early years age range 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 early years 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 137866 Local authority Merton Inspection number 10193853 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 24 September 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2001. She lives in the London borough of Merton. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Thursday.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection of the provider 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 A tour of the premises used for the purpose of childminding was completed by the inspector and with the childminder. n Documentation was viewed by the inspector. This included the paediatric first- aid certificate and public liability insurance. n The inspector discussed with the childminder what she intends children to learn and how this will impact on the children's overall development.

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Inspection activities

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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