Childminder in Kent

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 13 April 2016 Not applicable

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has secure knowledge of how to implement the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She demonstrates an awareness of how to observe and assess children's abilities and use this to plan a range of activities to meet children's individual needs.  The childminder has a wide range of resources to help support all areas of learning.  The childminder has a clear understanding of how to develop positive relationships with parents to support children and provide continuity in their care.  The childminder has a sound understanding of how to safeguard children and she regularly updates her training. This helps keep her knowledge of her role and responsibility in reporting any child protection concerns current. Additionally, the childminder knows how to keep her home safe and secure for children.  The childminder demonstrates is aware of the need to evaluate and develop her

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The provision meets requirements

practice in order to improve outcomes for children.

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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 her understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she plans to develops positive relationships with parents.  The inspector looked at areas of the home used for childminding in relation to health and safety.  The inspector discussed with the childminder various aspects of children's care, and her understanding of how children learn and develop.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how they plan to move their provision forward.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY457673 Local authority Kent Inspection number 935022 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 7 Total number of places 3 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2013 and lives in Gravesend, Kent. She operates Monday to Friday, from 8am to 6pm, all year. There are steps down to access the front door to the property. There were no children in the early years age range 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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