Childminder in Merton

Summary of outcome

All early years providers must meet the legal requirements in the Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage, which you can find at www.gov.uk/government/publications/early-years-foundation-stage-framework--2. If we find that a provider is not meeting the requirements, we can take action to ensure they put matters right.

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Summary of outcome

On 30 June 2026, we received concerns that the provider was not meeting requirements relating to children's safety and welfare.

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Summary of outcome

On 1 July 2026, we carried out a regulatory telephone call. We found the provider was not meeting some of the requirements. We suspended the provider's registration on 2 July 2026 because we believed children may be at risk of harm. Suspension allows time for the provider to take steps to reduce or eliminate the risk of harm to children. The provider had a right to appeal against a suspension. The provider may not provide childcare for which registration is required while the suspension is in place and may commit an offence if they do so.

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Summary of outcome

On 11 August 2026, we lifted the suspension because the provider took appropriate action to deal with the matter that led to the suspension. We are satisfied that the identified risk of harm to children had been removed. We served a welfare requirements notice. This is a legal notice that requires the provider to take the actions below within the timescales set out. The provider will be able to give parents further information about this.

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Summary of outcome

n ensure that Ofsted is provided with details of all persons aged 16 years and over who live or work on the childcare premises, and any other person required to undergo suitability checks, so that Ofsted can determine their suitability

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n ensure that childminding assistants are not included in child:staff ratios until Ofsted suitability checks have been completed and suitability for the role confirmed

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n establish and maintain robust supervision arrangements for managing childminding assistants. This must include appropriate induction, ongoing guidance and regular review of their practice, so that they understand and consistently apply the policies and procedures required to meet the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage n establish and maintain effective arrangements for the deployment of childminding assistants to ensure children are adequately overseen at all times and their safety and welfare are promoted

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n maintain accurate, complete and clearly written records of all accidents, injuries and incidents involving children. Records must include a factual account of what occurred, the action taken in response, details of any first-aid treatment administered, and be completed separately for each individual incident.

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Summary of outcome

On 26 August 2026, we undertook a monitoring visit to check what steps the provider had taken to meet the actions set. The provider had improved their recruitment procedures and demonstrated a clear understanding of the requirement to notify Ofsted of any new individuals who live or work on the childcare premises. In addition, the provider had strengthened arrangements to ensure that staff whose suitability checks have not been fully completed are not included in child-to-staff ratios until Ofsted has confirmed their suitability. These improvements contribute to maintaining children's safety and welfare. The provider had also strengthened supervision arrangements for staff and provided opportunities for professional development to ensure they have a clear understanding of their roles and responsibilities. Improvements have been made so that staff are deployed more effectively to supervise children and maintain their safety. The provider had also taken steps to improve

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record-keeping arrangements for accidents and incidents through the introduction of a new recording system. This helps to support children's safety and well-being.

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Summary of outcome

We are satisfied the provider has met the safeguarding and welfare actions raised. The provider is still registered with Ofsted.

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Publication of complaints

We publish details of complaints made against childminders, home childcarers and childcare providers where we or the provider have taken action in order to meet legal requirements.

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Publication of complaints

We publish details of complaints on our website for a period of five years.

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Publication of complaints

For further information about the complaints process please view the Concerns and complaints about childminders and childcare providers leaflet .

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