Childminder EY478215

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 13 July 2016 Not applicable

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder understands how to safeguard children and identify possible concerns about their welfare. For example, she attends training to keep her knowledge of the local child protection procedures up to date.  The childminder recognises the need to reflect on her practice and to make improvements that help develop children's outcomes. For example, she reads childcare magazines and uses the internet to research information to help develop her knowledge and skills further.  The childminder is aware of the need to support and encourage each child to learn. She knows how to use observations and assessments to plan activities that meet children's interests and development needs. The childminder knows how to help children prepare for school.  The childminder understands the importance of encouraging healthy lifestyles. For example, she plans to provide children with a healthy diet and plans to offer daily

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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 the requirements of the early years foundation stage framework with the childminder.  The inspector looked around the areas of the home available to minded children.  The inspector viewed relevant documentation.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY478215 Local authority Kent Inspection number 978546 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 4 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2014. She lives in Fordcombe, Kent. The childminder provides care Monday to Friday, from 8am to 6pm, term time only. There were no children 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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