Childminder in Sutton

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder knows how to work with parents, for example, to help to manage children's behaviour. She also understands the importance of working with other professionals involved in children's care to promote a consistent approach to children's well-being and education. n The childminder continues to promote her professional development. Through training, she keeps her knowledge of child protection issues and the reporting procedures up to date. The childminder knows how to identify risks in her home to minimise harm to children. n The childminder has an appropriate knowledge of how to observe children to help to design an age-appropriate curriculum. She maintains toys and resources that are suitable for children's use. n The childminder knows how to establish an inclusive environment. For instance, she discusses the importance of encouraging children to explore toys from different cultures and use their home languages during their play.

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This provision meets requirements

n Since the last inspection, the childminder has made positive changes to her setting, particularly outdoors, to motivate children to play. She intends to continue to seek the views of parents and children to help evaluate her practice. n The childminder explains how she plans to develop connections with young children to support their emotional well-being. For example, she aims to engage children in play and conversations. n The childminder understands how to promote children's health. For instance, she plans to address children's dietary needs and preferences to promote their welfare.

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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 139527 Local authority Sutton Inspection number 10354808 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 9 Date of previous inspection 7 November 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2001 and lives in the London Borough of Sutton. She operates during term time, before and after school, Monday to Friday. The childminder holds a childcare 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 the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the childminder. n The childminder showed the inspector around the setting and described how she plans to care for young children. She spoke with the inspector about how she will support children's learning and development. n The inspector checked relevant documentation, such as the childminder's suitability and training certificates. n The inspector spoke with the childminder about her understanding of safeguarding. She read written comments from parents and children.

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Inspection activities

10 July 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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