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 Good

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The provision is good

The childminder provides a welcoming, pleasant and soothing atmosphere in her home. She works very well with her assistant to ensure that children are enthusiastically greeted at the door. Children enter the childminder's home happy and eager to play. They are secure, and wave goodbye to their parents with a smile on their face. Children enjoy taking part in activities which help support their mathematical development. They put together magnetic shapes, and use mathematical language as they describe what they have built. They have good relationships with the childminder, who offers praise and encouragement during activities. All of this helps to support children's emotional development.

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The provision is good

Children are well behaved and follow simple instructions. They share and take turns during circle time, as they listen and develop their attention spans. Children enjoy singing and action rhymes, and share books. They listen intently to the book of the week, 'Whatever Next!', and recite the story, showing they understand its sequence. They learn how the bear makes friends and learn new words. All of this helps support children's language and communication and social development.

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need to do better?

n The childminder supervises children well to help ensure their safety and well- being. She has reviewed her risk assessment practice, so that any hazards are removed immediately and she consistently risk assesses the environment throughout the day. n Partnerships with parents are effective. The childminder continually consults with parents about their child's progress and next steps for learning. Parents speak highly of her and say that they are always informed and updated about all aspects of their child's care. Parents are encouraged to continue their child's learning at home. They receive weekly videos via a mobile app about what the learning intent is for the week and what activities are planned. n Children enjoy being physical indoors, which supports their physical development well. However, they are not given regular opportunities to develop their skills further outside. n The childminder supports children to respect others who are different from

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them. She provides opportunities for children to learn about other cultures and backgrounds. Children eat different foods from different cultures, and they celebrate festivals. All children have equal access to resources and learning. n Children express their feelings in words and are supported, so that they feel safe and comforted. The childminder provides friendly cooperation so that children understand boundaries. n The childminder gives children tasks, such as to tidy away their play resources. Children feed themselves and understand hygiene routines, all of which helps

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23 January 2023 promote their independence and skills for later life. n The childminder offers regular support and coaching to any assistants. She ensures that they are encouraged to develop their professional practice through training. n The childminder meets the children's individual needs, including adhering to any special dietary requirements that children may have. Any particular needs are discussed with parents when children start at the setting so children are not given foods which they are intolerant to. n The childminder provides children with a well-resourced learning environment and plans a well-thought-out and exciting curriculum. n Children enjoy eating with the childminder and her assistant in a relaxed and sociable environment. She provides children with healthy and nutritious snacks and meals throughout the day. n The childminder interacts well with the children, and is a good role model. She

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questions, demonstrates and guides children to help them make the most of their learning. n The childminder observes and assesses children's stages of development, to help plan for their next steps in learning. n Children enjoy role play. They act out what they know and have experienced. They create their own play and enjoy sharing play experiences with each other.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder demonstrates a good knowledge and understanding of child protection and the wider aspects of safeguarding. She keeps up to date with regular safeguarding training. She knows what signs may indicate a child is at risk of harm and what to do if she has concerns. She understands what the 'Prevent' duty is and what signs to be aware of. The childminder ensures that any assistants working with her are trained and knowledgeable in the setting's policy and procedures for keeping children safe, including her whistleblowing policy. She has a clear understanding of what to do if any allegations are made against her, an assistant or a family member.

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should:

n develop routines further to ensure that children are offered daily outdoor play to help support their health and well-being.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY539690 Local authority Croydon Inspection number 10272759 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 12 Number of children on roll 2 Date of previous inspection 16 August 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2016. She lives in West Croydon, in the London Borough of Croydon. She operates all year round, from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. She works with an assistant. The childminder receives funding for the provision of free early education for children aged two, three and four years.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since 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 setting. n The childminder carried out a learning walk with the inspector. She showed the inspector around the areas of her home used for childminding and explained her intentions for children's learning. n The inspector spoke to parents during the inspection and took account of their views. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided indoors, and assessed the impact on children's learning. n The inspector observed a range of activities and interactions between the childminder and children to help evaluate the quality of education.

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Inspection activities

23 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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