Childminder in Bromley

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 25 October 2016 30 September 2015

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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 procedures to follow if she has any safeguarding concerns about a child's welfare, as well as answering to complaints and/or allegations.  The childminder has a range of toys, books and resources and knows how to use these, such as to support children's play and learning.  The childminder is aware of how monitor children's progress, including completing a written summary of their progress when they reach two years old. She knows to involve parents and carers in this process to support children's best progress.  The childminder knows how to support and engage children in behaving well, for example, being polite, helpful and kind to others.  The childminder understands the need to maintain a safe and clean environment. She understands that children benefit from taking part in active play, eating balanced meals and safely resting in comfort, as part of meeting their learning and care needs.

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder is keen to improve the service she provides. For example, she has participated in training and accessed the support of her local authority.

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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 how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and how she plans to complete assessments on children's learning.  The inspector looked at policies and documents that the childminder intend to use when caring for children.  The inspector view areas that are available for use when caring for children, both inside and outdoors.  The inspector checked the suitability of all household members.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY426661 Local authority Bromley Inspection number 1057856 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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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 30 September 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2012. She lives in Orpington, within the London Borough of Bromley. She operates on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 7am to 6pm. The childminder had 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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