Childminder in Bexley

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 29 April 2016 5 May 2009

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder understands how to support children's learning. She knows how to monitor and identify any gaps in children's development to support their ongoing progress.  The childminder has a secure knowledge of the signs and symptoms that could cause a concern about a child's welfare. She is aware of the procedures to follow to raise a concern.  The childminder knows how to prepare children for the next stages in their learning and their move to school or nursery. She understands the importance of encouraging their independence and personal care skills, to help them develop the skills they need for their future learning.  The childminder has an awareness of the importance of sharing information, including children's next steps in learning, with parents and other settings.  The childminder understands how to support children's emotional and physical well- being. She knows the importance of teaching children to be healthy, for example,

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The provision meets requirements

through daily exercise and a nutritious diet.

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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 viewed all areas of the home used for childminding.  The inspector sampled documents that the childminder has available for childminding.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder about her knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage requirements.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY380020 Local authority Bexley Inspection number 822306 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2008. She lives in Sidcup, in the London Borough of Bexley. The childminder works Monday to Friday from 8am until 6pm, all year round. At the time of the inspection, there were no children on roll.

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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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