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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Childminder in Croydon

Inspected 12 Dec 2023 · published 19 Jan 2024 · URN EY302428

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  • Inspection date verified

    12 Dec 2023

  • Inspectors verified

    Denys Rasmussen

  • Overall effectivenesssingle source

    Met

  • Previous overall verified

    Met

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder report

  • URN verified

    EY302428

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  • OverallMet

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What needs to improveAbout the inspection positive critical

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5
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374
about usual (typical 350)
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Hard
Flesch 48, typical 47
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14 words
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0%
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What needs to improve 47%About the inspection 53%

Full report text

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder explained that it is important to build a positive relationship with parents. She said she will gather information from parents to ensure she understands the needs of the children who attend. She stated this will provide consistency in children's care, learning and development. n Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates her understanding of how children learn. She explained how she will use observations and assessment to monitor children's progress. She describes meaningful activities with learning intent. n The childminder demonstrates an understanding of how to promote children's good behaviour. She knows that she must not use corporal punishment. She explained how she will be a good role model and talk to children to encourage respect and kindness. n The childminder demonstrates an awareness of her responsibility to protect children. She knows how to report her concerns if she identifies any signs or

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This provision meets requirements

symptoms that suggest children may be at risk. She understands her home and garden must be safe and suitable when children are attending. n The childminder talked about providing an inclusive welcoming environment for all. She explained she will introduce the children to a variety of cultural festivals. She will use books in different languages. She explained she will give children positive messages to support their self-esteem. n Through discussion, the childminder shows that she understands the importance of providing children with healthy snacks. She has good systems in place to record medication administration and accidents. She demonstrates through discussion, suitable procedures to follow to support children's health and safety. n The childminder has kept herself up to date by attending training. She has a current paediatric first-aid certificate and public liability insurance. She has completed safeguarding training and how to effectively complete a progress

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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 EY302428 Local authority Croydon Inspection number 10295364 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 5 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 14 December 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2005. She lives in Norbury in the London Borough of Croydon. She works from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year round.

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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 their evaluation of the setting. n The inspector discussed with the childminder her understanding of the learning and development requirements, including assessing children's progress. n The childminder discussed documentation that will be used when caring for children. The inspector viewed the childminder's first-aid certificate. n The childminder gave the inspector a tour of her home and explained which parts of her home will be used for childminding.

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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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Inspection activities

12 December 2023 12 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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