Childminder in Merton

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder completes regular training to ensure that she keeps her safeguarding knowledge up to date. She is aware of signs and symptoms that might indicate a child is at risk of abuse. The childminder understands the procedures to follow to report any concerns about a child's welfare. n The childminder verbally explains how she will provide stimulating activities that are appropriate for children of different ages. For example, she discusses how she will take children to playgroups and soft-play areas to socialise and interact with other children of a similar age. The childminder explains how children will have access to a well-resourced playroom, which includes role play and small- world resources to enable them to act out and recreate what they see at home. n The childminder is aware of assessment processes to identify children's starting points in learning and to monitor their ongoing progress. She understands the

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importance of working closely with parents to regularly share this information, to promote consistency in children's learning. n The childminder verbally demonstrates an appropriate understanding of how to manage children's behaviour. She understands the importance of supporting children to manage their emotions, have respect for others and to share. n The childminder understands the importance of teaching children about healthy lifestyles. She knows how to plan activities to encourage them to be active. For instance, the childminder explains how she will provide healthy and nutritionally balanced meals. She discusses how she will provide children with access to the garden and parks to obtain fresh air and exercise. n The childminder understands the role of self-evaluation to develop her practice and skills. She explains how she will seek the views of children and parents to help her to identify areas for further improvement.

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This provision meets requirements

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 2621658 Local authority Merton Inspection number 10281066 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 5 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2021. She lives in Morden, located in the London Borough of Merton. The childminder offers her service all year round, from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday.

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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 childminder and has taken this into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The childminder showed the inspector around the areas of her home used for childminding. She explained how she organises the environment and the learning programmes for children. n The childminder discussed safeguarding issues with the inspector. 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 register.

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Inspection activities

26 May 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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26 May 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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