Childminder in Bexley

Inspection date 18 December 2018 Previous inspection date 4 December 2014

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a secure knowledge of all safeguarding practices. She knows the signs and symptoms that indicate that a child may be at risk of abuse. She knows how to report any concerns she may have about a child's well-being or safety. n The childminder keeps her knowledge up to date and accesses courses to strengthen her professional development. She understands the value of evaluating her provision to raise the quality of her service. n The childminder understands how to observe and assess children's learning and development. She understands how to monitor children's progress closely to identify any gaps in their learning. She knows how to use her assessments to plan age appropriate next steps for children. n The childminder values building strong partnerships with parents. She intends to ensure that that she has a good two-way flow of communication with parents to ensure that the care needs of all children are met.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder details how she plans to use her training and experience to support children's individual needs. She knows the steps to take to access additional support for children who have developmental delays or special educational needs.

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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 had a tour of the areas in the home used for childminding. She talked with the childminder about resources and equipment used. n The inspector discussed with the childminder her knowledge and understanding of the early years foundation stage. n The inspector looked at the policies and documents that the provider plans to use when caring for children. n The inspector and the childminder discussed the childminder's self-evaluation and plans

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This provision meets requirements

for improvement. n The inspector discussed with the childminder her understanding of safeguarding procedures.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY310432 Local authority Bexley Inspection number 10083547 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 8 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection 4 December 2014

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The childminder registered in 2005. She lives in Crayford, Kent. The childminder operates her service from 7.30am to 9am and from 3.25pm to 7pm, Monday to Friday, during term time only.

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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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