Childminder in Sutton

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of her roles and responsibilities, for example, to safeguard children. She is aware of different safeguarding issues, including the types of abuse and the possible signs and symptoms that might cause her concern that a child's safety may be at risk of harm. She knows the procedure to follow to report concerns and the relevant authorities. Thorough risk assessments of her home, resources and activities are completed, including outings. This help the childminder to identify and remove any potential hazards to children. n The childminder demonstrates an understanding of the importance of meeting children's individual needs. She knows the value of effective communication and partnership working with parents and professionals to support children's learning and development. n She demonstrates a clear knowledge of observations and assessments to help her provide an appropriate curriculum for children to promote their progress. For

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This provision meets requirements

example, the progress check for children between the age of two and three. n The childminder understands the value of evaluating her practice and service. She keeps her knowledge up to date and refreshes her skills. For example, she completes training, her own research and is a part of a childminder network. n The childminder knows the importance of helping children to feel settled and secure in her care. She understands how to encourage children's independence to raise their confidence and self-esteem. n The childminder recognises the importance of promoting children's good health. For example, supporting good hygiene and helping children to understand good oral health. She knows to provide children with a healthy diet and regular opportunities for physical exercise outside in the fresh air.

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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 EY494199 Local authority Sutton Inspection number 10295580 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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Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 11 Date of previous inspection 18 December 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2015. She lives in Wallington in the London Borough of Sutton. She is available for work Monday to Friday from 7am until 6pm all year, excluding bank holidays and family holidays.

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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 her setting. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to support children's learning and development. n The inspector looked at documentation, including the childminder's qualifications and training, and evidence of the suitability of members of the household. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to meet the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the early years foundation stage statutory framework.

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Inspection activities

23 June 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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