Childminder in Sutton

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder explains how she provides a welcoming and safe environment for children. She describes how she keeps the areas used by children free from risks and well maintained. The childminder explains how she sets up activities for younger children, while older children can access the resources themselves and make their own choices. n The childminder provides examples of how she develops children's learning further. She explains that she will observe children to find out what they already know well and how she will plan for what they need to learn next. For example, she discusses how she will support children who are showing good recall of number bonds to practise number bonds in worded mathematical problems. The childminder demonstrates a good knowledge of the early years curriculum. n During the inspection, the childminder talks to older children, asking them about the World Cup competition. She extends their vocabulary during discussions and

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captures children's interests in different ways. With some children, she kicks a small training ball around, with other children she talks about flags. n The childminder explains if children are not engaged, she will respond swiftly and play alongside them. The childminder explains that she will encourage children to play in collaboration with their peers. For example, during the inspection, she shows children how to play noughts and crosses. Once children are engaged, the childminder allows them to extend their own play further. Children play well for some time, returning to the activity on occasions. n Parents say that they are pleased with the childminder and she communicates well with them. They say that she provides their children with healthy diets and talks to them about the benefits of good nutrition. n The childminder describes how she enhances her relationship with the school and families by celebrating their festivals and special events. She discusses how

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she will find out about their existing understanding and then plan activities, such as arts and crafts, storytelling and cooking some cultural foods. n The childminder describes how she will talk to children about keeping themselves well. The childminder explains that she will encourage children to think about what they should be wearing for different weathers. She discusses how she encourages children to make the right choices about whether they should be drinking more water, while highlighting the benefits of their choices. n The childminder completes training offered by the local authority to ensure her knowledge of safeguarding is up to date. She can identify signs of abuse and is aware of the recording and referral processes she would need to follow. The childminder can talk about how she keeps the children safe and how she does risk assess the premises and outings.

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This provision meets requirements

21 November 2022 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 EY450434 Local authority Sutton Inspection number 10235892 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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Total number of places 14 Number of children on roll 14 Date of previous inspection 23 November 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in Carshalton Beeches, Surrey. She holds a recognised childcare qualification at level 3. The childminder currently offers before- and after-school care from 7.30am to 8.30am and 3.10pm to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday.

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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 that into account in their evaluation of the childminder. n The inspector had discussions with the childminder about the early years curriculum and how she intends to plan and deliver this. n Although there were no children in the early age range present at the time of this inspection, there were children present who were over the age of five years. n The childminder showed the inspector around the premises and discussed how they are safe and suitable. n The inspector reviewed relevant documentation. n The inspector took account of parents' views.

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21 November 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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21 November 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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