Childminder EY342466

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 creates an environment that encourages children to explore, experiment and take initiative. For example, outside, children engage in water play, filling and emptying containers. They laugh and interact with one another, which shows that they are happy. In another example, children have a wonderful time painting pictures of bumblebees and tell the childminder, 'more please', to show their enthusiasm. Children are highly motivated to play and learn. The childminder has built strong attachments with children. This is evident as children approach her for cuddles and seek comfort in her presence. This behaviour demonstrates that children feel safe and emotionally secure.

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The provision is good

The childminder's curriculum is broad and well-structured. For instance, based on information gathered about children's learning, she plans activities to teach them about the importance of oral hygiene. Self-care and independence are also key components of the curriculum. The childminder ensures that children learn to perform as many age-appropriate and manageable tasks as possible from an early age. Over time, children learn to put on their coats and shoes with minimal assistance from the childminder. They also cut fruit for their snacks and feed themselves. The childminder teaches children essential skills necessary for their future education and lives.

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need to do better?

n The childminder continues to provide high-quality education and care for children. Her commitment to ongoing professional development enhances her knowledge and skills. For instance, training on safer sleep practices reinforced her understanding of how to keep children safe. Additionally, after completing training on nutrition guidelines, the childminder changed some of the foods offered to children to promote healthier eating habits. She shared the information with parents to promote a consistent approach to children's care needs. n The childminder observes and assesses children's learning accurately. This helps children to make good and sustained progress from their starting points. For example, children who previously lacked confidence in separating from their primary caregiver are now showing that they feel settled. n The childminder takes advantage of learning opportunities to encourage children

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need to do better?

to ask questions and extend their vocabulary. During a story session, for instance, she prompts children to repeat the names of animals, as well as the sounds and movements they make. Children learn new words and practise their mobility, supporting their language and physical development effectively. n The childminder helps children understand the similarities and differences among individuals. She does this by planning activities focused on various

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19 September 2025 cultural and religious events. For example, children learn about Eid, Diwali, Easter and Bonfire Night. This approach enhances children's understanding of diversity in the wider world. n The childminder builds strong and trusting relationships with parents, which helps support their children's learning and development. She keeps parents updated regularly about their children's progress and offers guidance on how they can extend their learning at home. Parents are highly pleased with the childminder, especially regarding her efforts to promote healthy eating through her menu. They find that the childminder 'genuinely cares' for their children, which has a positive impact on their attitudes towards the setting. n Overall, the childminder promotes children's positive behaviour. However, she occasionally does not provide consistent explanations for why certain actions are not allowed. This includes when children test the setting's rules and boundaries

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need to do better?

as part of their natural learning process. As a result, children who struggle with self-regulation and emotional management do not fully learn the behavioural expectations and the consequences of their actions. n The childminder actively seeks feedback from parents and liaises with other childminders to reflect on the setting. Since the last inspection, she has made improvements to children's playroom, providing them with more space to move freely. This change further enhances children's physical development. The childminder is evaluating the variety of outings for children to give them even better learning opportunities outside of the setting. n The childminder's assistants receive support and complete mandatory training, such as safeguarding and paediatric first aid to keep their knowledge up to date. This is intended to safeguard the welfare and well-being of children.

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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 increase support to help children regulate their behaviour and understand the impact their actions have on others.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY342466 Local authority Croydon Inspection number 10398929 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 11 Date of previous inspection 14 November 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2006 and lives in the London Borough of Croydon. She cares for children Monday to Thursday from 7.30am to 6pm and on Friday she works from 7.30am to 5.30pm, throughout the year. The childminder holds a relevant qualification at level 3 and works with two assistants.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder showed the inspector around the setting and explained how she delivers her early years curriculum. n The inspector interacted with children at appropriate times during the inspection. n A sample of documentation was provided, such as the childminder's training certificates. n The childminder and inspector evaluated a planned activity and its impact on children's learning. n The inspector observed the quality of education, indoors and outdoors.

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Inspection activities

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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