Childminder in Merton

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands her responsibilities to keep children safe. She knows the signs that indicate a child may be at risk of harm. She confidently explains how she would report any concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder knows how to risk assess her home to ensure that it is a safe and suitable environment for children. n The childminder knows the importance of keeping her skills current. For example, she attends regular training to ensure her knowledge is always up to date. n The childminder understands how to provide a curriculum for children when they attend. She describes how she would plan for their individual needs and interests and knows how to monitor children's development. The childminder has a good selection of toys and resources available for children to use. n The childminder knows how to help children learn about the importance of healthy lifestyles. She understands the benefits of providing healthy, balanced,

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and nutritious meals. The childminder explains the importance of helping children to develop good hygiene routines, including oral health. She will help children to be active by providing daily opportunities for them to enjoy fresh air and exercise in the garden, and at local parks. n Working in partnership with parents is a priority for the childminder. She intends on sharing information with parents through daily conversations and electronic communication. She will seek feedback from parents to help to improve her service. n The childminder has high expectations for children's behaviour. She shares her age-appropriate strategies for managing children's behaviour. She will teach them to be respectful, kind and polite. The childminder understands how to support children to develop their confidence and independence in preparation for their transition to school. n The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of having an inclusive

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setting. She acknowledges that children come from different backgrounds and are unique. The childminder plans on taking children out into the local community to help them to learn about, and experience, the world they live in.

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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 EY551418 Local authority Merton Inspection number 10174322 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 2017. She lives in Morden which is within the London Borough of Merton. The childminder works Monday to Friday throughout the year.

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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 inspector viewed the areas of the provision and discussed the childminder's risk assessments. n The inspector discussed safeguarding arrangements with the childminder. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about her intentions for children's learning.

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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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