Childminder in Bromley

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 26 August 2015 2 March 2012

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This inspection: Met

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

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has a good understanding of safeguarding procedures, practices and potential issues that may arise. She is clear about the possible signs of abuse, particularly with regard to behaviours that children might exhibit and what this might indicate. She is aware of what to do if she has a concern for children's welfare.  The childminder is aware of the need to develop positive relationships with parents and to value their contributions. She plans to use any contributions to help her assess children's starting points and plan activities that will extend their learning.  The childminder understands the importance of finding out children's interests in order to help her plan a range of appropriate activities.  The childminder demonstrates through discussion her understanding of the need to be sensitive to the specific needs and medical conditions of individual children, and develop links with other professional to meet the needs of children with special

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The provision meets requirements

educational needs and disabilities.  The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with other professionals to promote continuity in care and learning. The childminder is aware of how to promote children's positive behaviour and their awareness of healthy lifestyles.

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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 reviewed all areas of the home that are used for childminding purposes.  The inspector sampled key policies, procedures, written logs and a range of other documentation.  The inspector discussed arrangements for planning, observation and assessment with the childminder.  The inspector and childminder discussed how the safeguarding and welfare requirements are met.  The inspector discussed the impact of training, continuous improvement and self- evaluation processes with the childminder.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 137155 Local authority Bromley Inspection number 812437 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 2 March 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1998. She lives in Bromley, in the London Borough of Bromley. There are currently no children on roll in the early years age range.

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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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