Childminder in Kent

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 29 January 2015 19 January 2012

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This inspection: Met

Previous inspection: Satisfactory 3 The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has a sound understanding of how to monitor children's development and plan activities which cover all areas of learning and development.  The childminder has a suitable understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She risk assesses the home to provide a safe environment and promote children's well-being.  The childminder has a good understanding of how to develop positive relationships with parents to support children and provide continuity in their care.  The childminder attends training to help her update her skills and to continuously improve her practice.  The childminder is trained to treat any minor injuries children might sustain and holds a valid paediatric first-aid certificate.  The childminder has a clear understanding of how to support children's physical development, by offering them opportunities to explore and play outdoors.

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The provision meets requirements

There were no children 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 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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Inspection activities

 The inspector discussed with the childminder their understanding of safeguarding and sampled a range of documents, including risk assessments.  The inspector discussed with the childminder her understanding of how to assess and monitor children's progress.  The inspector looked at the play resources available and discussed with the childminder how they would adapt them to meet the individual needs and stage of development of all children.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she has developed positive relationships with parents, and read comments from parents.  The inspector looked at areas of the home used for childminding in relation to health and safety.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY246639 Local authority Kent Inspection number 814507 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 3 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 19 January 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2003. She lives with her partner and three school-aged children in Herne Bay, Kent. The ground floor of the childminder's house is used for childminding. Children have access to an enclosed garden for outside play. The family has pets. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register, and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is currently not looking after any children.

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Telephone number

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted 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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Telephone number

procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. 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 Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, 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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Telephone number

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Telephone number

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

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