Childminder in Merton

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Good

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The provision is good

The childminder forms strong bonds with children and their families quickly. Children demonstrate that they are happy in her care. The childminder offers a warm and welcoming environment, where children have the freedom to choose what they would like to play with. The experienced childminder makes careful observations of children. She uses this information to plan a curriculum that ensures that children meet their milestones.

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The provision is good

Children behave well as the childminder uses opportunities to reinforce her expectations. For example, she reminds them to use their 'gentle hands' as they play. The childminder models turn-taking and sharing. She teaches children the importance of being polite by introducing language, such as 'please, thank you' and 'excuse me'.

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The provision is good

The childminder uses her assessments well. She plans a range of stimulating activities with specific learning outcomes to support children with their next steps in development. For example, the childminder uses peg boards and construction materials to support children to further develop their small-muscle skills. She encourages children to play a range of games to reinforce colour recognition and the mathematical concepts of counting and size. The childminder listens carefully to children, allowing them to lead their own learning and challenges their thinking through her questioning.

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need to do better?

n The childminder understands the importance of teaching children to become independent learners. She models the correct procedures for handwashing and supports children as they transition to using the toilet. However, the childminder does not provide more opportunities to allow children to give things a go on their own, before offering them support. For example, she does not consistently promote children's independence during mealtimes, when tidying up and with hygiene practices. n Children enjoy playing with small-world vehicles. As they roll the cars back and forwards, the childminder repeats the language they use and asks questions to extend their vocabulary. She cleverly introduces the emergency vehicles of the police car and fire engine, providing them with a narrative to keep their play going. This supports children to extend their skills within the area of communication and language and supports their imaginary play.

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need to do better?

n The childminder shows passion for continued professional development. She attends courses that allow her opportunities to liaise and share ideas with other professionals. The childminder works closely with the local authority and attends online network meetings. She is fully aware of the support on offer to ensure

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need to do better?

2 October 2024 that she always provides an inclusive service. The childminder has a clear plan in place for how she wishes to move forward and further develop her practice. n The childminder understands the importance of teaching children to value uniqueness. She spends time finding out all about children's families and who is special to them. The childminder uses books and craft activities to celebrate difference. She teaches children about a number of religious festivals, some of which include Lunar New Year, Eid and Ramadan. n The childminder provides opportunities for fresh air and exercise through planned activities in her garden, such as ball games, water play and playing in the sandpit area. She takes children on trips to local parks to use the play equipment and provides them with experiences to explore nature. The childminder takes children to music and movement classes to further support their developing large-muscle skills.

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need to do better?

n The childminder offers children high praise as they achieve their goals. This helps them to develop a positive attitude to learning. The childminder teaches them, through role play, how important it is to be kind and to understand how actions make people feel. She models empathy to further support them in managing their own feelings and behaviour. n Parents feel incredibly lucky to have found the childminder and express how happy their children are and how much they love coming to the childminder's house. They describe her as a warm, caring person, who is a big part of their families. Parents say the childminder provides interesting activities, communicates effectively and provides them with ideas of how they can further support their children at home.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

There is an open and positive culture around safeguarding that puts children's interests first.

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should:

n provide more opportunities for children to practise and further develop their independence.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY382474 Local authority Merton Inspection number 10359911 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 7 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection 5 December 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2008. She lives in Morden, in the London Borough of Merton. The childminder operates all year round, from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She holds a childcare qualification at level 3. The childminder provides government funded childcare.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector conducted a learning walk of the premises, to ensure that they are safe and suitable for childminding. n The inspector observed the activities and the interactions between children and the childminder. n The inspector spoke to the childminder about safeguarding policies and procedures. n Discussions were held between the inspector and parents, and the inspector viewed parents' testimonies. n The inspector held a management meeting with the childminder. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation.

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Inspection activities

2 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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Inspection activities

2 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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