Childminder in Bromley

Inspection date 6 November 2018 Previous inspection date 18 January 2018

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This inspection: Met

Previous inspection: Requires improvement

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands the importance of assessing what children know and can do. She has developed a system of recording children's progress and used this successfully in the past to share information with parents to provide continuity in children's care and learning. n The childminder has a good knowledge of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. She has updated her safeguarding procedures and knows what action to take and whom to contact should she have any concerns about a child's welfare. n The childminder understands how to evaluate her practice and provision. She keeps her knowledge current by attending training and reading relevant guidance and legislation. n Through discussion the childminder describes how she develops children's independence and listening skills to help them to be ready for their next move, including starting school. n The childminder recognises the importance of supporting children's good behaviour.

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This provision meets requirements

She knows to set clear boundaries and use positive reinforcement.

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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 and childminder discussed her knowledge of safeguarding, risk assessments, child development and self-evaluation. n The inspector sampled the childminder's policies and procedures. n The inspector viewed areas of the home used by children. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she evaluates her practice and plans for improvement. n The inspector looked at evidence of the suitability of adults working and living on the

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY474971 Local authority Bromley Inspection number 10080299 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 5 - 5 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2 Date of previous inspection 18 January 2018

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2014. She lives in the London Borough of Bromley. She provides childcare all day, Monday to Friday, for 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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