Childminder in Croydon

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has addressed previous actions raised to support children's safety, welfare and learning in the setting. She has attended webinars to keep her knowledge and skills up to date. n The childminder has a secure understanding of safeguarding procedures. She understands possible signs when a child may be at risk of harm. She knows how to report concerns to relevant agencies to protect children's safety and welfare. n The childminder explains how to promote children's learning and development. She understands the importance of supporting children's vocabulary and communication. She explains how core books such as 'The Hungry Caterpillar' are used to develop children's language through rhythm and repetition. n The childminder explains how she will plan a range of appropriate indoor and outdoor activities. For example, at home, they will learn about planting and life cycles. During visits to the park and library rhyme time sessions, they will

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develop their physical skills and socialise with their peers. n The childminder understands the need to work in partnership with parents and other professionals, to provide consistency in children's care, learning and development. The childminder will offer a gradual settling-in process to help children to become familiar with the setting and to build their emotional security. n The childminder explains how she will positively manage children's behaviour. She describes how children will be supported to manage their feelings through discussions. Children will be encouraged to share and take turns, and messages such as 'sharing is caring' will be re-enforced. n The childminder has reviewed her risk assessment arrangements and has considered and removed potential hazards. Children will also learn how to manage their own safety, for example, by learning about road safety while on outings.

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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 EY422567 Local authority Croydon Inspection number 10320877 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 0 Date of previous inspection 27 July 2023

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2011. She lives in Thornton Heath in the London Borough of Croydon. The childminder's service is available between 9am to 5.30pm, Wednesday to Friday, all year round.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder showed the inspector the areas of the premises that children use and discussed the equipment and resources available. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the curriculum for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder. n The childminder discussed documentation that will be used when caring for children. The inspector sampled a range of documents, including attendance records and evidence of first-aid training.

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5 December 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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5 December 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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