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 progress well in the nurturing and welcoming environment created by the childminder. They show that they feel happy and safe through the warm and friendly relationships they form with adults and their friends. Children take part in a good balance of adult-led and child-initiated activities that effectively support their learning and development. For instance, they excitedly explore the sensory activities on offer. They use their small-muscle skills as they get creative with dough and cutters. The childminder uses these opportunities to develop children's early mathematical skills. Older children confidently name shapes, including rectangle, triangle and circle.

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The provision is good

Children's behaviour is good. The childminder has high expectations for every child. They receive good overall support to develop their personal, social and emotional skills. For example, younger children are reminded to share and take turns when using resources. This helps them to have consideration for others from an early age. Children become deeply engaged during their play and display good levels of motivation. They access various-sized containers to carefully pour and transfer colourful rice. This supports their knowledge of mathematical concepts as they learn about volume and capacity. Children use appropriate language, such as 'tiny bit' and 'full', to describe the contents of their containers.

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n Children's speech and language development is promoted well. They regularly enjoy circle time activities, looking at books with the childminder, who captures their interest with skill. Older children talk eagerly about what they see in the books and the flash cards. The childminder is skilled at extending their vocabulary during circle time while reading a story book about Eid. They learn new words, such as 'Quran', 'fasting' and 'charity', and explore their meaning. n The childminder regularly praises children, which helps to build their confidence and self-esteem. The childminder oversees effective routines to support children to become independent. For example, she helps them to learn how to dress themselves. In addition, children clean their hands before mealtimes and after using the toilet. The childminder talks to the children about the benefits of oral hygiene as they brush their teeth after lunch. Children develop good self-care

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skills. n Children have daily opportunities to obtain fresh air and exercise. They access ride-on toys to help improve their gross motor skills, as well as their coordination and balance. They have lots of fun and a sense of freedom as they go on imaginary journeys. n Children's early literacy skills are supported well. They have access to a well- resourced book area, where they can access boards, paper and talking books.

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19 April 2023 Younger children listen intently to stories about potty training as the childminder brings then to life, using different tones of voice. Older children can identify letters by their sound with ease. The childminder provides a good range of activities that support children to develop control in their hands and fingers in readiness for using writing tools. For example, they skilfully access paintbrushes and chalks to create and make marks. This helps to encourage their school readiness. n The childminder has a wealth of experience and hold an early years qualification. She works effectively as a team with her co-childminder to assess and monitor children's progress and development on a termly basis. This enables her to identify what children know and can do and plan for their next steps in learning. The childminder regularly shares information about children's progress and next steps with parents through messaging platforms, discussions and assessments.

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Parents appreciate the childminder's support and guidance on issues, such as potty training. They are happy with the progress their children make. n Although the childminder makes good use of resources in her local community to extend children's understanding of the world, children have less-frequent opportunities to socialise with others outside of the childminder's setting. This would extend their confidence in a variety of social situations. n The childminder has regard for her continuous professional development. Since her last inspection, she has completed some online webinars to update her skills and knowledge. This enables her to stay up to date with current developments in childcare and education, which she embeds into her daily practice.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder attends regular training to keep her knowledge up to date. She has an good knowledge of safeguarding issues. For example, she knows how to spot signs of abuse, such as female genital mutilation, neglect and sexual abuse. The childminder understands her responsibility to report all concerns about children's welfare to the appropriate professionals. The childminder helps children to learn about keeping themselves safe. For instance, on trips out, she teaches children about road safety and the importance of using the 'green man'.

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should:

n consider further ways to help children develop more confidence in different social situations.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY490844 Local authority Merton Inspection number 10280428 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 7 Date of previous inspection 6 September 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2015 and works from premises situated in New Malden, in the London Borough of Merton. She works together with a co- childminder. The childminder offers care from 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, all year round. She holds a childcare qualification at level 7.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first inspection the childminder 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 explains how she organises the childminding 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. n The inspector took account of both the verbal and written feedback from parents 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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19 April 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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19 April 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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