Childminder EY370543

Inspection date 11 October 2018 Previous inspection date 4 August 2015

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder keeps her knowledge of safeguarding children up to date. She understands the procedures to follow to report any concerns regarding children's welfare. n The childminder recognises the importance of working in partnership with parents and other professionals to help ensure consistency in children's care and learning. n The childminder demonstrates her understanding of how to observe, assess and monitor children's development, and plan for their future learning. n The childminder understands how to support children's physical well-being, such as teaching them about the importance of healthy eating and exercise. n The childminder holds a current paediatric first-aid certificate and public-liability insurance, as required. n The childminder knows how to evaluate and reflect on the quality of her service. She completes training to help keep her knowledge up to date.

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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. Inspection activities n The inspector viewed the areas of the premises available for use by the children. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she plans to support children's learning and development. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about her knowledge of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The inspector viewed some documentation, including the childminder's policies and

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suitability of adults living in the home.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY370543 Local authority Kent Inspection number 10080961

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register

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Age range of children 5 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 25 Date of previous inspection 4 August 2015

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The childminder registered in 2008 and lives in Maidstone, Kent. She operates for most of the year, before and after school, Monday to Friday.

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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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procedures set out in the guidance Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted, which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk . 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 and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, 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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