Childminder in Bexley

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 18 February 2015 27 October 2011

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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 offers a safe environment for children. She implements suitable procedures and completes risk assessments to ensure children are safe and protected in her home and on outings.  Systems are in place to keep all of the required records for childminding.  The childminder understands the need to plan a range of suitable activities and experiences for children covering all areas of learning. She makes appropriate arrangements to observe children and assess the progress they make.  The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents.  The childminder attends regular training to develop her skills, demonstrating her commitment to continuous professional development.  The childminder has a sound understanding of how to promote children's good health and well-being. She obtains appropriate information about children to meet their individual needs.

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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 planning to provide a range of activities and experiences for children to support their learning.  The inspector talked to the childminder about arrangements to keep children safe and protect them from harm  The inspector looked around the home and garden and at the resources available for the children.  The inspector talked to the childminder about daily routines and arrangements to meet children's individual care needs.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY307322 Local authority Bexley Inspection number 917714 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 27 October 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2005. She lives in Slade Green, Erith, in the London Borough of Bexley. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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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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