Childminder in Merton

Overall effectiveness Good

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

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The provision is good

Children confidently separate from their parents and carers and are excited to enter the childminder's home. They squeal with delight when a friend arrives to play with them. The childminder has high learning expectations for children and has created a fun and stimulating environment where they play and learn. Children choose from a range of activities and proudly show how pleased they are when they achieve something for the first time. For example, children concentrate while threading with string, and demonstrate their pride when they are successful. 'Look!' they beam as they show the inspector.

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The provision is good

Children develop warm bonds with the childminder and positive relationships with each other. For example, they cuddle up together and make room for a friend when they are listening to a story read by the childminder. Very young children hand out plates and fetch drinks for their friends. The childminder's attitude and approach is reflected in children's kindness towards each other.

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The provision is good

As a result of the recent COVID-19 pandemic, the childminder has highlighted specific areas of focus for learning and development. Consequently, children are well supported in their speech and independence skills and are making progress in these areas. From a very young age, children can take off their shoes and coats and feed themselves. The childminder models language very well and provides activities where children have the opportunity to learn and repeat new words and phrases.

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n Parents comment that they feel lucky to have the childminder caring for their children. They say that she is caring and attentive and that children's independence skills and language are very well supported. They mention that they are grateful for the support given with toilet training and understanding speech delay. n The childminder provides educational programmes that build on children's existing knowledge. She uses effective methods to support children to develop a love of learning. Children are challenged when the childminder poses a question. However, on occasion, the childminder does not give children enough time to respond with their own ideas and thoughts and, as a result, learning is not always supported to the highest level. n The childminder has effective arrangements in place to support children who are new to her setting. She gathers information from parents and other professionals to ensure that she knows important details so she can support

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children through effective care practices and teaching. n The childminder introduces concepts through play experiences. For example,

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30 November 2022 children learn about 'fast' and 'slow' as they race around chasing motorised toy insects. They understand that they must take turns, which allows them to take into consideration the feelings of others. n Children's emotional well-being is nurtured and supported. The childminder promotes discussions about feelings when a child notices that 'The Very Hungry Caterpillar' looks 'sad' after eating too much. This allows children to begin to understand the language of feelings and learn more about how to express their emotions. n The childminder works well with outside agencies to support children who need additional support in areas such as speech and language. She implements suggested strategies well in her setting. This helps enable all children to make good progress through individually tailored activities and during routines. n During fun activities, children learn about the importance of looking after their

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teeth. They look in mirrors to examine their teeth and brush them. The childminder talks about what happens at the dentist and what foods help to keep teeth strong. Young children learn about health care practices from a very young age. The childminder plans a daily walk or a trip to the nearby meadow, where children have good opportunities to use their physical skills. n Children behave very well, and they are aware that they must look after toys and resources. They are keen to help tidy up so that another activity can begin. Children are courteous and calm. They listen well to instructions and wait patiently when the childminder is helping them to get ready to go outside, doing as much as possible to help themselves.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a good understanding of what she must do if she has concerns that a child may be at risk. She can recognise indicators of abuse, including female genital mutilation and those who might be at risk from extreme behaviours. She regularly refreshes her knowledge of child protection issues. She ensures that her home is free from hazards and that the areas where children play, learn and sleep are safe. The childminder shares information with parents on how to keep children safe online.

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should:

n give children enough time to think and respond so that they can express their own ideas when responding to questions.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY425102 Local authority Merton Inspection number 10235534 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 7 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection 16 February 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2011. She lives in Mitcham, in the London Borough of Merton. The childminder works Monday to Thursday, term time only.

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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 provider and has taken that into consideration in their evaluation of the provider. n The Inspector carried out an observation and discussed the quality of interactions and education with the childminder. n The inspector observed children at play. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, including a paediatric first-aid certificate and evidence of the childminder's suitability to work with children. n The inspector took into account the written and verbal views of parents. n The childminder discussed her curriculum intent with the inspector.

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Inspection activities

30 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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30 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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