Childminder in Croydon

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Not applicable

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The provision is good

Children are safe and happy in the childminder's warm, welcoming, homely environment. They establish good relationships with the childminder and her family. Young children are confident and independent learners. They enjoy being outdoors all yea -round and they are developing their large-muscle movements effectively. For instance, they purposefully use their feet to propel themselves forward along the garden path while on the tractor. They also practise skills, such as kicking and throwing balls. This helps them to develop strong and healthy bodies. They display effective levels of motivation and well-being during play.

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The provision is good

Children have daily opportunities to explore their local community. They visit places of interest including the library, playgroups, rhyme times and music groups. This supports children to develop their confidence in new social situations, as they meet up and interact with a wider range of friends and adults. Young children thrive in this language-rich environment as they are encouraged to become confident, skilful communicators. They are encouraged to use both verbal and sign language. They learn new words such as; squeeze and roll as they take part in creative activities. Children behave well and understand expectations for behaviour. The childminder has high expectations for every child. All children are encouraged to take turns and help with tasks, such as tidying up the toys.

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n Toddlers enjoy role play and are beginning to learn about the importance of looking after their teeth. They show care and consideration as they access dolls and gently use toothbrushes to clean the dolls teeth. n The childminder effectively organises her home and resources to ensure children can make choices about their play and learning. This encourages young children to be continually motivated, as they explore, investigate and develop their own interests and ideas. n The childminder liaises closely with parents when children first start her care. She offers a settling period which helps her to gather robust information about children's health, care needs and starting points. This supports children to settle quickly into her care. Daily discussions and access to online systems keeps parents updated about their children's day, learning and how they could further support this at home. n Children are supported to be independent and carry out small tasks for

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themselves. Toddlers independently manage their own personal needs, especially in relation to health and self-care. They access the learning tower, which helps them to access the sink and stand safely to wash their hands. Their small muscle skills are encouraged as they peel their tangerines at snack time, with the childminder's support when needed.

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16 January 2023 n Young children have access to creative activities, such as; play dough. However, sometimes, there are not enough opportunities to enable them to further encourage their appreciation of sensory and messy play. n Children enjoy story times and are encouraged to develop a love of books. They have access to a well-resourced book shelve that reflects positive images of diversity. The childminder offers a broad range of experiences which help children to learn about various religious and cultural events throughout each year. This helps increase their awareness and appreciation of inclusion, diverse beliefs and cultures. n The childminder continually evaluates her practise and activities throughout the day to see how she can improve things. She identifies children's achievements, along with gaps in learning and planning. This supports her to ensure that the curriculum on offer is ambitious and meets the needs of children.

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n The childminder has a positive attitude towards her continual professional development. She has attended workshops on speech and language and 'Making Maths Fun'. All of which helps her to improve outcomes for the children. n Partnerships with parents are effective. They are very complimentary about the childminder and her provision. They make comments such as, 'I feel my child is kept safe in her care and although they are encouraged to challenge themselves and step out of their comfort zone, it is always done so in a safe measured way'. The childminder regularly shares information via online systems to ensure they are aware of their day and development.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder understands her safeguarding responsibilities and how to keep children safe. She knows the possible signs that may indicate a child is at risk of harm and how to report her concerns. The childminder regularly updates her training in this area. She has the relevant suitability checks in place for herself and adults in her household. The childminder completes daily risk assessments to help her keep children safe in her home and on outings. She supports younger children to develop an understanding of how to keep themselves safe. For example, they learn to how to negotiate the garden step safely.

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should:

n provide even more sensory play activities for younger children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2598410 Local authority Sutton Inspection number 10262912 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 1 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2020 and lives in Sutton, in the London Borough of Sutton. The childminder offers care Monday to Thursday, from 7.30am to 6pm, all year round, apart from family holidays and bank holidays. The childminder holds a level 6 qualification and is a qualified teacher.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first inspection the provider received since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken this into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder showed the inspector around the areas of her home used for childminding and explained how she organises the environment and the learning programmes for children. n The inspector observed a range of activities and interactions between the childminder and children, to help evaluate the quality of education. n The childminder and the inspector completed a joint observation together. n The inspector took account of parents' written feedback as part of the inspection process. n The childminder showed the inspector a range of documentation, including documents relating to the suitability of the adults living on the premises, insurance and registers.

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Inspection activities

16 January 2023 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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Inspection activities

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