Childminder in Medway

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 24 September 2015 10 May 2012

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The provision meets requirements

 Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of child protection procedures and what to do if she has concerns about a child's welfare.  The childminder has access to a good variety of toys and resources to promote children's all-round learning and development.  The childminder maintains all of the required documentation. This includes suitability checks on all adults living or working in the house, valid public liability insurance and an up-to-date paediatric first-aid certificate.  The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents, sharing information and working together to ensure children receive consistent care.  The childminder understands the importance of providing children with healthy and nutritious meals, snacks and drinks, along with opportunities to access fresh air and exercise to help them stay healthy.  The childminder is committed to continuous improvement to help her meet the needs

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The provision meets requirements

of all children. She accesses training to ensure her knowledge is up to date and relevant.

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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, different aspects of practice and how she plans to promote children's learning and development.  The inspector discussed safeguarding procedures with the childminder.  The inspector viewed the areas used for childminding, inside and outside.  The inspector sampled a range of documents including the childminder's policies, procedures and training documents.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY356204 Local authority Medway Towns Inspection number 813026 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 0

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2007. She lives in Rochester, Kent. The childminder operates all day Monday to Friday throughout the year. She works with an assistant. There were no children present at the time of the inspection.

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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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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