Childminder in Sutton

This provision meets requirements

n Older children, who are present during the inspection, are happy and confident in the childminder's home. The childminder knows them well and chats to them about their school day and interests when out of school. This helps children to feel safe and secure in the childminder's care. n The childminder explains how she complements children's learning. For example, she encourages older children to add up the scores during games. The childminder describes how she engages children in interesting conversations to help them to develop their vocabulary and thinking. n The childminder discusses how she supports children's personal, social and emotional development. She explains how she shows an interest in children's ideas, which gives them the confidence to express their preferences, such as if they want snacks or drinks. n The childminder describes how she teaches children to keep themselves safe. For example, she discusses how she talks to children about appropriate clothes

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to wear for the weather and teaches them how to cross the road safely as they walk from school. The childminder recognises that this prepares children well for their future lives. n Older children behave well and make good friends. The childminder explains she helps children to learn to cooperate and follow rules, such as when they play card games together. She describes how she helps children to learn to manage their feelings by offering encouragement and reassurance as they try new things. n The childminder works in partnership with parents to meet children's needs. She explains she shares any concerns about children's development with parents and other professionals, such as their teachers, to ensure that children get the support they need. n The childminder undertakes regular training to keep her safeguarding and first- aid knowledge up to date, which means she has the knowledge to keep children safe.

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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 EY450434 Local authority Sutton Inspection number 10326375 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 3 Date of previous inspection 21 November 2022

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in Carshalton Beeches, Surrey. She holds a recognised childcare qualification at level 3. The childminder currently offers before- and after-school care, from 7.30am to 8.30am and from 3.10pm to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the COVID-19 pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the childminder. n Although there were no children in the early age range present at the time of this inspection, there were children present who were over the age of five years. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and the older children. n The childminder showed the inspector around the premises and discussed how she ensures that they are safe and suitable. n Children told the inspector about their friends and what they like to do while with the childminder.

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25 April 2024 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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25 April 2024 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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