Childminder 125787

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 18 April 2018 4 November 2015

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder demonstrates an extremely good knowledge of how to observe and assess children's progress in all areas of learning. She can plan appropriate resources and activities to stimulate and develop children's curiosity to learn. She knows how to monitor children so that any gaps in their progress can be quickly addressed.  The childminder is fully aware of her responsibilities to effectively safeguard children and protect them from harm. She ensures her house and garden are suitable for children to play safely.  The childminder knows how to evaluate her practice. She is keen to identify where she can make future improvements and updates her training.  The childminder understands the importance of working closely with parents and other professionals to provide continuity of care and learning. She explains how she will share key information with parents, including policies and procedures.

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder demonstrates an understanding of how children develop their social and personal skills, and how to promote their positive behaviour and self-confidence.

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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 held discussions with the childminder to assess her knowledge of the early years foundation stage requirements.  The inspector viewed all areas of the premises used for childminding.  The inspector discussed the childminder's knowledge of safeguarding children and the procedures for child protection.  The inspector viewed documents that the childminder uses, including suitability checks, policies and procedures, and records used to assess children's learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 125787 Local authority Kent Inspection number 1126821 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 4 November 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1989. She lives in High Halden, in Ashford, Kent. The childminder provides care on Monday to Friday from 7.30am until 6pm. She holds an appropriate early years qualification at level 3.

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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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