Childminder in Tonbridge and Malling

Childminder report 46 Oldfield Drive, Wouldham, Rochester, Kent ME1 3GP

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Inspection date 17 October 2018 Previous inspection date 3 November 2015

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of how children learn and develop. She has systems in place to observe, assess and plan for children's progress. n The childminder is fully aware of her responsibilities to meet the safeguarding and welfare requirements. She knows the action to take if she has concerns about a child. n The childminder has completed relevant training and keeps up to date with current childcare guidance and best practice. She explains how she evaluates her practice. n The childminder understands how to promote children's good health and well-being. She ensures they eat suitable food and learn good hygiene practices. n The childminder recognises the importance of working in partnership with parents and others who share the care of the children. She provides regular feedback about children's progress and care. n The childminder shows she understands the need to teach children how to behave well

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This 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. Inspection activities n The inspector observed areas to be used for the care of children, along with equipment and toys that are to be used for childminding. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes to children and help them make good progress. n The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and training records of the childminder.

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This provision meets requirements

n The inspector and the childminder discussed how she monitors her provision and plans for improvements. n The inspector looked at policies and documents that the childminder uses for her childminding.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 126155 Local authority Kent Inspection number 10063725 Type of provision Childminder

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Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 4 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 3 November 2015

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The childminder registered in 1998. She lives in Wouldham, Kent. The childminder is available to work each weekday from 8am to 6pm, throughout most of the year.

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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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