Childminder in Sutton

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Requires improvement

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The provision is good

Children are happy and active at this homely setting. They enjoy spending time outdoors and taking part in gardening activities. Children enjoy watering the plants every day and have lots of opportunities to practise pouring and digging, which gives them confidence in their abilities. The childminder responds to children's interests and joins in with their play to extend their learning. For example, she initiates a ball game when she notices children using other resources as a bat, which helps children develop their coordination skills. The childminder forms a secure, responsive relationship with children. She offers reassuring words when children are worried. For example, when they spill some bubble mixture, she tells children: 'There's still lots left' and encourages them to carry on playing. She gives them cuddles as they get tired and soothes them to sleep.

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The provision is good

The childminder plans a play-based curriculum to prepare children for school. Children learn about shapes and colours and to count to 10. The childminder teaches them to put on their own shoes and use the toilet when they are ready. Children learn important social skills, such as turn-taking and kindness. The childminder uses observations to identify children's next steps and plans experiences that support children to make good progress.

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need to do better?

n The childminder builds strong relationships with children and parents from the start. She uses good settling-in procedures to get to know children's individual needs. She uses information about children's home life to tailor the care she provides. This helps children feel confident in her care. n Children behave well and learn to follow simple rules, such as no running indoors and tidying up before meals. Children are eager to take part in activities, such as finger painting and bubble-blowing. The childminder plans activities using children's favourite resources, such as building blocks, to help them develop concentration skills. n The childminder offers children a wide range of resources throughout the day to support children's learning across the early years foundation stage. She uses planned activities to support children's development appropriately. However, she has not fully considered how to provide children with opportunities to initiate

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need to do better?

their own play ideas, which would extend their learning even further. n Children's communication and language development is supported well. The childminder uses songs and rhymes to help children find confidence to use their voices. She uses words such as 'hard' and 'soft' during ball games, which helps extend children's vocabulary. The childminder is skilful in giving children time to listen and respond during conversations. n The childminder teaches children to keep themselves safe. For example, children

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16 June 2023 learn to wipe their own noses and wash their hands before meals. Children enjoy healthy snacks of fresh fruit and vegetables and learn how to look after their teeth. This supports children's personal, social and emotional development and helps them become independent. n Partnership with parents is good. The childminder shares ideas for healthy packed lunches and suggests how parents can support learning at home. Parents say the childminder is kind, caring and patient. They say they love receiving updates about the activities their children take part in every day. n The childminder seeks feedback from parents to help her evaluate her practice. She is reflective on what works well and what she needs to do to meet children's individual needs. The childminder identifies weaknesses in her practice and seeks learning opportunities to improve via the local authority. For example, she seeks out information to improve her knowledge of supporting children with

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need to do better?

special educational needs and/or disabilities.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has improved hygiene practice since the last inspection. Nappy- changing procedures and handwashing routines minimise the risk of cross- infection. Children's attendance is accurately recorded as required. The childminder carries out daily checks to ensure any hazards are removed quickly to keep children safe. She teaches children how to protect themselves in the sun by wearing a hat and sunscreen. She reminds them to regularly drink water to stay hydrated. She recognises the signs and symptoms of abuse and understands her responsibility to report concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder undertakes regular safeguarding and first-aid training to keep her knowledge up to date.

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should:

n extend opportunities for children to initiate their own learning and explore their own ideas.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY453483 Local authority Sutton Inspection number 10260981 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 6 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection 13 October 2022

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2013. She lives in Wallington, in the London Borough of Sutton. She operates her service from 7.30am until 5pm, Monday to Friday. She has a recognised childcare qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the COVID-19 pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about children's learning and development and how she plans her curriculum. n The inspector reviewed feedback from parents and took their views into account. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

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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