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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Childminder in Sutton

Inspected 28 Jul 2023 · published 30 Aug 2023 · URN 2625909

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  • Inspection date verified

    28 Jul 2023

  • Inspectors verified

    Jacquie Brown

  • Overall effectivenesssingle source

    Met

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder report

  • URN verified

    2625909

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  • OverallMet

90% of comparable inspections in the last three years were graded Met (3,163 inspections).

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+41Positivemore positive than 69% of reports of this type graded Met
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Praisewell-sequencedsecure knowledgesupportivekindsafesecure
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5
Words of findings
420
about usual (typical 350)
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Fairly hard
Flesch 52, typical 47
Average sentence
16 words
Next steps
8
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0%
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What needs to improve 50%About the inspection 50%

Full report text

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has secure knowledge of how to provide a well-sequenced curriculum that is firmly rooted in the prime areas. She intends to find out children's starting points through observation. She discusses the importance of observing children and planning a broad range of activities based on their interests and learning needs. n The childminder explains how she will help children learn about the importance of following a healthy lifestyle. She intends to provide a range of opportunities outdoors for children to take manageable risks in their play and develop their physical skills. The childminder would also provide healthy snacks and meals and ensure that children drink water regularly. n The childminder describes her expectations of children's behaviour and how she will manage this in a supportive way. She explains that she will help children to understand the impact of their behaviour on others. The childminder also

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This provision meets requirements

discusses how she will help children to learn to share resources and be kind to one another. n The childminder describes how she will offer an inclusive setting. She talks about helping children to learn that they all come from different families, cultures and backgrounds. She will do this through conversations, stories and teaching children about different religious festivals. n The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents to provide continuity of care for children. She explains that she will arrange home visits to help children make the transition to her setting. She also discusses obtaining feedback from parents to help to evaluate her practice. n The childminder has completed mandatory training. She keeps her professional development skills up to date by taking courses and reading online. n The childminder knows the procedures to follow should she have any concerns

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This provision meets requirements

about a child in her care. She has an understanding of her roles and responsibilities to maintain a safe and secure environment for children. The childminder knows how to minimise any possible risks to children, both indoors and outdoors. She holds a current first-aid certificate.

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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 2625909 Local authority Sutton Inspection number 10289091 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 0 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 Sutton, Surrey. The childminding service is available Monday to Friday, from 7.30am to 6.30pm.

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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 provider and has taken this into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The inspector viewed resources and areas used for childminding. The childminder discussed how she ensures the premises are safe and suitable. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about how she intends to support children's learning and help them make progress. n The inspector talked to the childminder about her safeguarding knowledge and how she will keep children safe. n The inspector viewed relevant documentation, which included the childminder's paediatric first-aid certificate and insurance documents.

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Inspection activities

28 July 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

28 July 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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