Childminder in Bexley

Inspection date 10 May 2019 Previous inspection date 10 November 2015

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a secure knowledge and understanding of safeguarding practices. She knows the procedures to follow if she has a concern about a child in her care. She has appropriate systems in place to manage risks at home and off-site. n The childminder knows a range of strategies to support children in managing their feelings and behaviour. She knows how to provide a wide range of activities which encourage children to develop their independence skills. n The childminder describes the benefits of children developing their physical skills and keeping healthy. For example, she describes how they will grow fruit and vegetables in the garden and take trips to the woods. n The childminder demonstrates an understanding of how to work with parents. She discusses how she plans to gather information when children start and share ongoing information about children's next steps. n The childminder understands how to use observations and assessments to plan for

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children's care and learning. She explains the importance of working in partnership with other settings children attend to provide continuity of care. n The childminder maintains links with other practitioners. She discusses how the feedback and information sharing supports the ongoing reflection of her practice. For example, she refers to planned training to enhance her knowledge further.

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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

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This provision meets requirements

n The inspector reviewed documentation, including policies and procedures and evidence of professional development. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about her procedures for safeguarding children. n The inspector viewed the areas of the childminder's home used for childminding purposes. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 115577 Local authority Bexley Inspection number 10060756 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 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1 Date of previous inspection 10 November 2015

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The childminder registered in 1993 and lives in Welling, Kent. She operates from Monday to Friday all year round, offering before- and after-school care, and care during the school 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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