Childminder in Kent

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 18 November 2015 13 October 2011

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder understands the importance of providing children with a range of resources that stimulate their senses, and support them to learn and develop.  The childminder has attended safeguarding training and knows the actions she would take if she has concerns about a child.  The childminder understands how to develop positive relationships with parents to support children and provide continuity in their care.  The childminder is aware of how to evaluate her practice and works closely with her co- minder to identify areas for development, in order to improve outcomes for children.  The childminder understands the importance of supporting children to have a healthy diet and undertake regular physical activities, to promote their well-being.

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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 had a tour of the areas used for childminding.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she would work with parents to meet children's individual care needs.  The inspector discussed with the childminder various aspects of children's care, and the childminder's understanding of how children learn and develop.  The inspector looked at assessment documents, and sampled some policies and procedures.  The inspector read letters of recommendation to take into account the views of parents.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY424756 Local authority Kent Inspection number 822729 Type of provision Childminder Day care type 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 13 October 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2011 and operates with a co-childminder in Margate, Kent. The childminder operates Monday to Friday from 8am to 5pm all year. There were no children of early years age on roll 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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