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 are happy and settled and enjoy their time with the caring and nurturing childminder. She knows children well and supports them effectively to build secure attachments with her. As a result, children demonstrate they feel safe and secure. The childminder engages effectively with children. She is enthusiastic and encouraging and supports children to develop good levels of self-esteem and confidence. The childminder plans a well-organised environment to support the needs and interests of children of different ages.

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The provision is good

The childminder knows what she wants children to learn and plans activities based on their individual needs and interests. For example, children enjoy painting and mixing colours. They use a variety of different tools, and the childminder encourages children to follow their own ideas and try things out for themselves.

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The provision is good

The childminder models good behaviour and has high expectations for children. As a result, children are well behaved and use good manners. They happily take turns during activities and share their toys. The childminder takes children on various outings, which helps to support their physical and emotional well-being. For example, children visit local parks and playgroups where they meet up and socialise with other children.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has developed an ambitious curriculum for children. She knows children well and can talk about what they can do, what she wants them to learn and how she will do this. The childminder closely monitors children's progress to ensure that there are no gaps in their learning. As a result, all children make good progress. n Children are positive about their learning and concentrate well when activities interest them. For instance, children enjoy playing with sensory sand or dough. They confidently manipulate it with their hands and use different tools and cutters, developing their physical skills. n The childminder is committed to continually improving her setting. She regularly reflects on her practice, looking at what works well and what needs improving. She takes into account the views of children and parents. n The childminder builds good relationships with parents. She keeps in regular

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contact with them throughout the day and shares photos and observations of children's activities. n Partnerships with other professionals are good. The childminder meets regularly with other childminders in the area to share ideas and to keep up to date with current trends. However, the childminder does not always take full advantage of all the opportunities for professional development to support children's learning.

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need to do better?

5 October 2023 n Overall, the childminder supports children's communication skills effectively. She speaks clearly, introduces new words to develop children's vocabulary and asks questions to extend children's learning. However, at times, in her enthusiasm, the childminder does not always give children enough time to think through their answers and respond. n The childminder encourages children to be independent. For example, younger children confidently explore the resources and make choices in their play. All children also put on their own shoes when going outside and try to dress themselves. n Children develop a good understanding of healthy lifestyles. For example, they learn about the importance of brushing their teeth and oral hygiene. Children understand why they need to wash their hands before mealtimes. They have plenty of opportunities to play outside and engage in physical activity. Children

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learn about food during cooking activities and the impact food has on their bodies. n The childminder supports children's mathematical development well. She provides opportunities for them to pour water with different-size jugs, encouraging them to look at different sizes and use mathematical language during their play. For example, children count out fish they have caught with rods during water play and then sort them into different groups based on their colour. n The childminder provides children with clear guidelines to support their good behaviour. Children respond well to gentle reminders and are kind and respectful. n The childminder supports children's early literacy skills effectively. For example, young children enjoy listening to stories and have opportunities to make marks with different tools.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of her role in safeguarding children. She has a secure knowledge and understanding of the signs and indicators of harm. The childminder is confident of the procedures to follow, should she have any concerns about a child's welfare. Furthermore, the childminder regularly updates her safeguarding training and keeps up to date with recent safeguarding issues. The childminder's home is safe and secure. She completes regular risk assessments and implements effective policies and procedures to keep children safe.

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should:

5 October 2023 n make the most of all opportunities for professional development to enhance knowledge and skills to help extend children's learning n give children enough time to process their thoughts to enable them to respond to questions and express their ideas.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY422711 Local authority Merton Inspection number 10311144 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 6 Date of previous inspection 8 March 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2011. She lives in the London Borough of Merton. The childminder works all year round, from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. She has an appropriate early years qualification at level 3.

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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 pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about her intentions for children's learning. n The childminder and the inspector carried out a joint observation of an activity. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact on children's learning. n The inspector reviewed a range of documentation, including policies and procedures, certificates and the suitability checks of the childminder and those who live in the household.

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Inspection activities

5 October 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

5 October 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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