Childminder in Sutton

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

Children are happy and settled. They have close bonds with the childminder and their peers. Children have opportunities to be independent at every stage of their routine. They can find their belongings and dress themselves. The childminder has a well-designed curriculum that follows children's interests. Each child's progress is tracked to monitor their development in all areas of learning. Children's communication skills are developing well. Children can follow instructions and use their speech to share their needs and wants. The childminder prioritises time outside to support children's well-being. This includes visits to the park and nearby woods.

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The provision is good

The calm and organised setting supports children to concentrate on their chosen activities. Children like playing games with the childminder. This helps them to practise turn-taking. Children show interest in their peers. They are proud to share their achievements. For example, they show each other their play dough creations. The childminder models positive interactions, and children speak kindly to each other. Children support younger peers and help each other to carry items to school. Children understand the daily routines and behavioural expectations. They know to tidy up before moving on to the next activity. Children get lots of praise for making good choices.

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need to do better?

n The curriculum is child centred. The childminder uses children's interests to plan activities. This means children enjoy learning and are engaged in their play for extended periods. Children are making good progress and are well prepared for school. n The childminder talks to children and plays games to support language and literacy skills. She points out letters in the environment and discusses birds on the way to school. This encourages children to communicate using gestures and speech. n Children enjoy role play and dressing up. The childminder extends thinking by introducing stories and songs. For example, small-world items are used to create a fire station. This supports children to develop their imaginative play skills. n The childminder focuses on supporting children's learning through outdoor play. This gives them opportunity to take risks and build confidence. Parents comment that their children benefit from the garden space and visits to local woodlands.

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need to do better?

n The childminder knows what skills she wants children to gain. She builds on what children know and what they need to learn next. She is able to support this learning through activities and resources. However, on occasion, these learning intentions are not as precise as they could be to ensure that children are challenged to the highest levels.

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need to do better?

22 November 2024 n Behaviour management is consistent and supports children's emotional well- being. For example, when a child becomes frustrated or upset, the childminder uses distraction and offers comfort. Children respond positively to these strategies and quickly return to learning. n Parents describe the setting as a home from home and are very positive about the experience at the setting. They comment on the range of fun activities provided, such as baking, cutting with scissors and crafts. Children easily transition from their parents to the childminder at drop off. n The childminder works in close partnership with parents. She has a detailed understanding of each child's family background and how to support those children. Parents like the suggestions for home learning. n It is important to the childminder that each child understands what makes them unique. To support children who speak English as an additional language the

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need to do better?

childminder learns simple phrases in their home languages. Children learn about traditional foods from different nationalities. This helps promote learning about the world around them. n The childminder has two pets, which help children learn caring skills. There is a risk assessment in place to ensure good hygiene and safety measures in the setting. n The childminder engages with the local authority. She uses training opportunities to be self-reflective and to improve her practice. She is also a member of an early years charity. This gives access to training courses. These help keep her knowledge and procedures up to date.

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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 consider how to plan for children to make more targeted progress in their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 139683 Local authority Sutton Inspection number 10364226 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 10 Date of previous inspection 31 January 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1999. She lives in the London Borough of Sutton. She provides care for children from Monday to Friday, from 7.30am until 6pm, with earlier opening times when required. She operates all year. The childminder has a relevant qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed areas of the home used for childminding. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about children's learning and development. n The inspector observed interactions between the childminder and children. n Children spoke to the inspector about what they enjoy doing while with the childminder. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector. n The inspector accompanied the childminder on an outing. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The inspector had discussions with the childminder about her understanding of how to safeguard children.

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Inspection activities

22 November 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

22 November 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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