Childminder in Merton

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a robust understanding of child development and knows what she wants children to learn at each stage. She describes how she will gather information from parents, such as the children's routines, likes, dislikes and stage of development, before they start and use it to plan meaningful activities for children. She intends on using children's interests to extend their learning. n The childminder knows how to use assessment to monitor children's progress. She intends to share this information with parents so that they can work together to support children to make the best possible progress. She is aware of the importance of the progress check for children aged two. She demonstrates, through discussion, how she would identify if children needed additional support and the steps she would take to help them close any gaps. n The childminder explains how she will develop children's strength and co-

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ordination. She intends to take children on daily visits to the park so they can use the large equipment to climb and balance on. She plans on encouraging children to learn to take risks safely by letting them build on their confidence by trying new challenges. She intends to help children learn how to overcome obstacles through trial and error. n The childminder recognises the importance of supporting children to develop positive behaviour. She intends on teaching children to be respectful to each other and their environment. She explains how she will role model how to use good manners and help children to resolve conflicts. She demonstrates an understanding of how to adapt her behaviour management strategies for children of different ages. The childminder plans on working with parents to provide children with consistent boundaries. n The childminder knows how to identify signs and symptoms that a child may be

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at risk of harm. She is confident about how to seek help if she has concerns about a child. She demonstrates a good understanding of child protection procedures. She is aware of her responsibilities to notify Ofsted about significant events or changes to her provision. n The childminder's house is secure. She knows the importance of checking the environment and resources to make sure they are suitable for children. She aims to teach children how to keep themselves safe. For example, she would help children understand how to use scooters safely when using them in public.

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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 137924 Local authority Merton Inspection number 10346928 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 7 August 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1997. She lives in Morden, in the London Borough of Merton. The childminder works Monday to Friday throughout the year.

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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 childminder. n Discussions were held with the childminder throughout the inspection. n The inspector asked the childminder questions to establish her understanding of how to safeguard children. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of the childminder to continue to work with children. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and monitor their progress.

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Inspection activities

17 June 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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