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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Childminder in Bromley

Inspected 15 Feb 2019 · published 6 Mar 2019 · URN EY490361

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  • Inspection date verified

    15 Feb 2019

  • Inspectors verified

    Vicky Forbes

  • Overall effectivenesssingle source

    Met

  • Previous overall verified

    Requires improvement

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder report

  • URN verified

    EY490361

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  • OverallMet

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  • Findings11w0
  • What needs to improve427w+17

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Flesch 45, typical 47
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Full report text

Inspection date 15 February 2019 Previous inspection date 20 March 2018

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This inspection: Met

Previous inspection: Requires improvement

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has up-to-date knowledge of child protection issues and understands her duty to support individual children's welfare. She knows to follow safeguarding procedures if she has a concern about the welfare of a child. The childminder has a current paediatric first-aid certificate in place. n All areas of the premises, including the outdoor play space, are suitable for the care of children. The childminder has an appropriate range of toys and equipment available for children to use. n The childminder knows how to promote children's learning, including how to monitor, assess and plan activities to support their individual needs. She understands the benefits of working in partnership with parents and other professionals to promote continuity in children's care and development. n The childminder has met the recommendations from the last inspection. She understands how to evaluate her provision and appreciates how this helps her to plan

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This provision meets requirements

effectively. She recognises how updating her skills and knowledge helps to improve the quality of her teaching. n The childminder knows how to promote children's well-being and good health. She understands how close attachments help children to feel secure and happy. The childminder knows how to encourage physical play and healthy eating. She knows how to help children learn about their feelings and behaviour, and understands how to explain boundaries and expectations.

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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 childminder and the inspector toured the premises and viewed the resources and areas used for childcare. n The inspector discussed with the childminder her understanding of the safety and welfare requirements. The inspector looked at relevant documentation and checked evidence of suitability and qualifications. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she would deliver the educational

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This provision meets requirements

programmes and how she would undertake observations, planning and assessment when caring for children. n The inspector viewed and discussed the range and suitability of the equipment and toys available for children. n The inspector discussed how the childminder self-evaluates her provision. The inspector discussed with the childminder the progress she has made against the recommendations and actions from the last inspection.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY490361 Local authority Bromley Inspection number 10084828 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 4 - 9 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 5 Date of previous inspection 20 March 2018

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The childminder registered in 2015 and lives in the London Borough of Bromley. She operates all year round from 7am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, before and after school 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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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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