Childminder in Croydon

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder confidently explains her curriculum. She observes children and assesses where they are in their learning and development. She uses this to provide experiences to build on their knowledge and skills across all areas of learning. The childminder is dedicated to expanding her professional expertise. For example, she enhances her knowledge through training to better meet the specific needs of the children in her care. n The childminder understands the importance of building close relationships with the children. She describes how she gains in-depth information about children before they start and places importance on children's emotional well-being. She explained how she builds strong partnerships with parents. She keeps them well informed in real-time with photographs. She emphasised the importance of maintaining open communication and sharing regular updates to promote consistent care.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder explains her approach to encouraging positive behaviour in children. She highlights the benefit of giving calm and consistent messages to children. She helps children talk about their feelings and be kind to each other. She talked about being a good role model for the children so they understand her expectations. Additionally, she demonstrates a solid understanding of teaching children good manners and the benefits of praise and encouragement. n The childminder understands the importance of providing children with a variety of experiences. She emphasises the benefits of organising regular outings to places, like playgroups, children's centres, soft-play centres, and local woods and parks. She highlights that these activities foster children's social and physical skills. She explains that it also broadens their understanding of their local community and nature. n The childminder demonstrates an understanding through discussion of how to

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promote children's good health. She explained that she provides healthy home- cooked food that cater for dietary needs. She talked about supporting children's understanding of looking after their teeth with the help of a local dentist. She emphasised the importance of good hygiene habits, like washing hands after being outdoors, before meals, and after using the toilet. n The childminder demonstrates a solid grasp of her safeguarding responsibilities and has recently updated her knowledge through training. She is aware of the steps to take if she has concerns about a child's welfare. She explained the correct procedures in the event of an allegation against her. Additionally, she described how she takes every opportunity to educate children about road safety during outings. n The premises are safe and secure, with all necessary policies and procedures in place to ensure her service runs smoothly. The childminder holds a paediatric

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first-aid certificate and public liability insurance. She has detailed procedures for managing accidents and administering medication. She understands the importance of recording such events, obtaining parental permission and communicating with parents.

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This provision meets requirements

10 October 2024 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 EY284063 Local authority Croydon Inspection number 10351883 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 1 Date of previous inspection 30 October 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2005. She lives in Sanderstead, in the London Borough of Croydon. She works on a Wednesday and Thursday from 9am until 5pm. The childminder receives funding for the provision of free early education for children aged three years. She has a relevant childcare qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder showed the inspector around the premises and discussed how she ensures that they are safe and suitable. n The inspector spoke to the childminder about how she supported children's learning and development. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The inspector read a letter from a parent about her experience of the childminder's service.

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10 October 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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10 October 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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