Childminder 115874

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 12 October 2016 21 January 2016

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This inspection: Met

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder knows the importance of undertaking risk assessments to maintain a safe environment, both indoors and outdoors, where children can play safely.  The childminder understands how to track children's progress from their starting points to reflect their current abilities. She understands the importance of providing learning experiences that challenge children and prepare them for school.  The childminder knows how to help children learn about peoples' differences and understand about the world around them.  The childminder understands her responsibilities to protect children and keep them safe. She is aware of the procedures to follow if she has concerns regarding a child's welfare.  The childminder knows how to support children's good health, for example, through providing healthy snacks and outdoor activities.  The childminder is aware of the need to monitor her provision to help identify areas for

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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 checked evidence of safeguarding knowledge and procedures.  The inspector viewed a sample of the childminder's documents, including policies and procedures.  The inspector looked at the premises used for childminding.  The inspector discussed how the childminder evaluates her practice.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 115874 Local authority Bexley Inspection number 1057436 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 1

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 21 January 2016

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2000. She lives in Sidcup, Kent. The childminder operates Monday to Friday, from 7am to 6pm, all year round. There were no children in the early years age range 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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