Childminder in Croydon

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder explains how he will provide a welcoming and safe environment. He will gather information from parents when children first start to help them settle and make attachments. He plans to build on children's interests, promote their independence and support their emotional well-being. n The childminder understands his responsibility to keep children safe. He uses risk assessments and daily checks to ensure the environment is free from hazards. The childminder knows the importance of promoting good hygiene routines and holds a paediatric first-aid qualification. n The childminder plans to provide a broad curriculum, which builds on children's experiences across the seven areas of learning. He knows how to use observations and assessments to ensure children are making good progress. The childminder understands the requirement to complete progress checks for children between the ages of two and three years old.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder recognises the importance of working in partnerships with parents and other professionals. He plans to feedback to parents on their children's learning and share ideas to help continue children's learning at home. The childminder discusses sharing information with other settings children attend to promote continuity in care and learning. n The childminder describes how he plans to promote healthy lifestyles. He understands the benefits to children's mental well-being of having daily opportunities for fresh air and exercise. The childminder plans to take children on trips in the community. The childminder knows the importance of children eating healthy meals and snacks and developing an awareness of good oral health. n The childminder discusses how he plans to manage children's behaviour. He is aware of providing clear boundaries and using praise and encouragement. The childminder plans to teach children to be kind, share and show respect for

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This provision meets requirements

others. He values the importance of promoting a culture of diversity and inclusion. n The childminder has completed safeguarding training and recognises signs and symptoms that might indicate a child is at risk of harm or abuse. He knows the procedures to follow if he has any concerns about a child's welfare. Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates his knowledge of safeguarding issues, including the 'Prevent' duty and county lines. n The childminder reflects on his practice with his co-childminder and assistant. He reviews activities and seeks views from children and parents to help them make improvements. The childminder has completed his mandatory training. Through discussion, the childminder acknowledges the importance of keeping up to date with changes and the benefits of extending his knowledge and skills through continued professional development.

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This provision meets requirements

7 March 2023 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 EY386126 Local authority Croydon Inspection number 10276483 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 0 Date of previous inspection 18 July 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2008. He lives in South Norwood, in the London Borough of Croydon. The childminder operates his service on Monday to Friday, all year round, from 8am to 6.30pm, apart from childminder's holidays. The childminder works with a co-childminder and an assistant.

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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 her evaluation of the childminder. n The childminder and inspector viewed the areas of the home used for childminding. n The childminder and inspector held discussions about children's learning and development, partnerships with parents and reviewing practice. n The inspector discussed with the childminder his knowledge and understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The inspector looked at relevant documents, including paediatric first-aid certificates, qualifications, insurance, and suitability checks.

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7 March 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

7 March 2023 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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