Childminder in Merton

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder knows how to provide healthy routines for children. For example, she would prepare a wide range of meals containing essential proteins and vitamins to keep children healthy. She understands how to provide regular physical development opportunities for children. n During discussion, the childminder showed understanding of how to reflect on her practice to build ongoing improvements. For instance, she plans to develop more ways to support children's mathematical skills. n The childminder understands how to ensure that children have suitable challenges to ensure good progress. For example, she would use pretend play to support children's language development. The childminder would count objects, such as cars and trees, with the children to secure their counting skills while walking outdoors. The childminder knows how to keep a check on children's progress. n During discussion, the childminder demonstrated the importance of working in

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partnership with parents to promote best outcomes for children. For instance, she would use a flexible approach to keep them informed of children's development, such as text messages and daily conversations. n The childminder would teach children about difference. For example, she would read stories to children that promote different types of families and gender equality. The childminder understands how to manage children's behaviour effectively. For instance, she would support children to behave in positive ways by sharing her expectations with them. The childminder would look at the source of negative behaviour and work out appropriate solutions. n During discussions, the childminder showed documentary evidence of meeting regulatory requirements to keep children safe. n The childminder is aware of how to identify and report any concerns she might have about a child's welfare, such as neglect and risk of exposure to extreme

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ideas or behaviour. She understands the procedures to follow to keep children safe.

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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 2543896 Local authority Merton Inspection number 10215456 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 5 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 2019. She lives in Mitcham in the London Borough of Merton. The childminder would provide care for children from Monday to Friday from 7am to 6pm all year round except on public bank holidays. The childminder holds a level 3 qualification in childcare. She works with a co-minder.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since the COVID- 19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken this into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The inspector viewed the premises, toys and resources with the childminder. She talked with the childminder about how she will use these to promote children's learning. n The inspector viewed relevant documentation, which included the childminder's paediatric first-aid qualification, insurance and Disclosure and Barring Service checks for adults living in the home. n The inspector spoke with the childminder to find out how she would use experiences and activities to support children's learning and development. n The inspector talked with the childminder about her safeguarding knowledge and how she will keep children safe.

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Inspection activities

1 June 2022 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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1 June 2022 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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