Childminder EY398123

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 27 July 2016 27 November 2014

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This inspection: Met

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder is aware of the need to evaluate and develop her practice. She works closely with her co-childminder to improve outcomes for children.  The childminder understands how to safeguard children and regularly updates her knowledge. She is aware of her role and responsibility to report any child protection concerns. The childminder knows how to assess potential risks in her home, to provide a safe environment and support children's well-being.  The childminder understands how to develop positive relationships with parents to support children and provide continuity in their care.  The childminder knows how to implement the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage and encourage children's progress. She is aware of how to observe and assess children's abilities, and use this to plan a range of activities that meet children's individual needs.  The childminder understands how to help children develop a healthy lifestyle. For

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The provision meets requirements

example, by providing nutritious snacks and opportunities to exercise.

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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 risk assessments with the childminder and inspected all areas of the premises.  The inspector sampled a selection of policies and procedures and children's assessment records.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she plans activities to meet the needs of all children.  The inspector read through letters of recommendation to gain parents' views on the service they receive.  The inspector spoke with the childminder about her evaluation of the provision and how she works with her co-childminder.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY398123 Local authority Kent Inspection number 1049230 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 4 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 27 November 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2009. She lives in Chatham, Kent. The childminder provides care Monday to Friday, from 9am to 5pm, for most of the year. She works with a co- childminder. The childminder receives funding to provide free early education for children aged three and four years. 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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