Childminder 115736

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 15 May 2018 1 December 2015

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder understands how to keep children safe. For example, she carries out regular checks of her play areas to help minimise hazards to children's safety. She also attends regular safeguarding training to help keep her knowledge up to date.  The childminder keeps required documentation and implements a range of written policies and procedures. She shares relevant information with parents in order that they are clear about her practice and know how she cares for their children.  The childminder understands the importance of setting clear expectations about behaviour boundaries and teaching children to value and respect one another.  The childminder understands the requirements of the early years foundation stage, including how to provide quality experiences to help children make progress from their starting points.  The childminder recognises how to support children's physical well-being, and promote

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The provision meets requirements

healthy lifestyles, such as through daily exercise and encouraging healthy eating.

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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 viewed the premises and looked at the play equipment and resources available for children to use.  The inspector discussed the requirements of the early years foundation stage with the childminder to assess her knowledge and understanding.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children.  The inspector looked at a range of documentation, including the childminder's qualifications, and policies and procedures.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 115736 Local authority Bexley Inspection number 1126667 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 9 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 1 December 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1992. She lives in Sidcup, in the London Borough Of Bexley. The childminder provides care on weekdays, for most of the year. The childminder is qualified to level 3 in childcare and education.

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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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