Childminder EY436917

Inspection date 6 November 2018 Previous inspection date 8 December 2015

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of how to protect children from harm. She has a confident knowledge of current procedures. n The childminder knows how to support children's understanding of how to keep themselves safe, through explanations and providing a safe and secure environment. n The childminder has a clear knowledge of how to promote children's learning through adult-led and child-initiated play. She knows how to use observations of children's achievements to plan for their next steps. n The childminder has a positive attitude towards making continuous improvements to her service. She attends further training to help develop her professional knowledge. n The childminder understands the importance of promoting children's emotional well- being. She demonstrates how to support their confidence, motivation to learn and independence, helping them to move on to their next stage of learning.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder knows how to work in partnership with parents and other carers, to help promote consistent approaches to children's learning and care.

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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 looked at the areas of the house and garden that the childminder intends to use for childminding. n The inspector looked at the childminder's documentation, policies and procedures. n The inspector took into consideration the childminder's self evaluation. n The inspector checked evidence of the ongoing suitability of the childminder and members of her household.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY436917 Local authority Kent Inspection number 10063823 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 0 - 0 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 8 December 2015

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The childminder registered in 2011. She lives in Dymchurch, Kent. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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