Childminder EY461325

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 9 December 2016 11 December 2013

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder understands how to provide a range of activities and resources to help children make progress in their learning and become ready for school.  The childminder knows how to monitor children's progress to identify and plan for their next steps in learning. She understands the importance of working in partnership with parents and any other settings children attend to help support continuity in learning.  The childminder knows how to teach children about healthy lifestyles, including the importance of nutritious foods and regular exercise.  The childminder understands the importance of keeping children safe. For example, she knows how to assess her home for possible risks to help her minimise any hazards.  The childminder understands her responsibility to safeguard children. She knows the process to follow should she have concerns about the welfare of children or families.  The childminder reflects well on her strengths and weaknesses. She keeps her

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The provision meets requirements

knowledge updated, such as through research and training.

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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 looked at all the rooms that are available for children to use.  The inspector asked questions about the childminders knowledge of safeguarding and her understanding about how children learn.  The inspector looked at the toys and resources available for children to play with.  The inspector looked at a sample of paperwork, including evidence of suitability and training certificates.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY461325 Local authority Bexley Inspection number 1063463 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 5 - 6 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 11 December 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in May 2013 and lives in Erith, Kent. She is available to work each weekday from 8am to 6pm for most of the year.

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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

procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children’s services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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