Childminder in Sutton

Overall effectiveness Requires improvement

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Requires improvement Leadership and management Requires improvement Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Good

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The provision requires improvement

The childminder records the names of all the children present each day. However, she does not ensure that their arrival and departure times are also recorded, as required by the statutory guidance. The childminder explained that she will address this immediately so that it does not impact on children's safety. Children are happy and demonstrate a sense of belonging. They confidently respond and converse with the childminder using babbles, pointing and some words. They are very active and interested in joining in play. Children have lots of opportunities to use materials, such as play dough, that strengthen their finger muscles and support their knowledge of texture. Children are learning to become independent as they choose items to use with the play dough.

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The provision requires improvement

Children follow simple instructions and guidance well. They are very focused while connecting shapes, fitting them on top of each other with good precision. They are comfortable in the childminder's care and confidently ask for help when needed. They listen and interact as they play alongside one another. Children behave well. The environment is clean, and children wash their hands before eating. However, effective hygiene is not always consistent, which does not ensure that children's safety and well-being is constantly implemented.

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need to do better?

n The childminder records the names of children daily. However, she does not ensure that their time of arrival and departure is also recorded. This is a breach of the statutory requirements. n Hygiene is not always well implemented to fully promote the health and safety of children. For example, the childminder does not always ensure that she appropriately cleans the nappy changing facility after every use. n The childminder learns from parents about the children's interests and what they know and can do. She uses this information along with her observations and assessment to tailor the curriculum to each child. Therefore, she builds on what children already know and can do and accurately identifies what they need to learn next. All children make good progress from their starting points. n Children develop good finger muscles during a range of activities. For example, they learn to push and pull items as they explore toys. They learn how to use

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resources, such as magnetic shapes, which they use to build, stacking them on top of each other. n Children start to develop good social skills, as they are encouraged to play together. The childminder reminds children to wait, take turns and share. She takes into consideration children's age and stage of learning and effectively models 'please' and 'thank you'. Children listen well and positively respond without being prompted. Childrens behave well.

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13 October 2022 n The childminder works closely with parents. She provides information to help them support their children's learning and development at home. She actively seeks parents' views about her setting to help her improve. Parents report positively about children's time with the childminder and the good-quality care provided. n The childminder meets with other local childminders regularly. They discuss ideas and share information about their practice and the training they have attended. This helps the childminder to evaluate her setting well. She knows what she does well and where to improve. n The childminder understands the importance of teaching children to respect different cultures. Children learn about different cultural festivals, people's similarities and differences and what makes them unique. n The childminder effectively support children's communication and language development. For instance, she talks to children about their play. She adds

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words to babies babbles and actions and use lots of repetition to help toddlers develop their vocabulary. n Children learn to be independent, develop the confidence to make decisions, and are able to communicate their needs. For example, they feed themselves and do not want the help of the childminder as they play with play dough and a range of tools. However, due to the organisation of the equipment in the room, children spend a lot of time at the table. This reduces the level of learning experiences for the children.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder does not record children's time of arrival and departure. Moreover, she does not ensure that the children's nappy changing facility is clean after each use to further promote children's safety and well-being. However, the childminder has identified these areas for improvement and will address them imminently. As a result, there is no significant impact on children's health and safety. The childminder completes regular risk assessments to ensure a safe and secure environment. She ensures children are well protected while on outings in all weather and understands her role and responsibility to keep children safe from harm. This includes aspects of safeguarding, such as being aware of any signs and symptoms of abuse that would give her cause for concern. She has a clear procedure to ensure any concerns are followed up in a timely manner and with the relevant professionals. The childminder knows the correct action to take should an

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Safeguarding

allegation be made. She is alert to hazards, both inside and outside. For example, she ensures that children are safe in all weather.

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Due date

ensure the times of children's daily arrival and departure are recorded as required 20/10/2022

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Due date

ensure the nappy changing facility is cleaned after each use, to further promote children's health and well- being. 20/10/2022

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should:

n review the organisation of the play environment so that children are able to move around, explore more and broaden their learning experiences.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY453483 Local authority Sutton Inspection number 10235963 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 4 Date of previous inspection 9 December 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2013. She lives in Wallington, in the London Borough of Sutton. She operates her service from 7.30am until 5pm, Monday to Friday. She has a recognised childcare qualification at level 3.

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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. n The childminder and inspector completed a learning walk together and discussed how the childminder organises her curriculum and supports children's learning. n The inspector observed the childminder's interaction with the children and discussed children's learning. n The inspector spoke with the children during the inspection. n Parents' written views and recommendations were considered. n Relevant documentation was reviewed by the inspector, including evidence of the suitability of those living in the household.

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Inspection activities

13 October 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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13 October 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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