Childminder in Bromley

Inspection date 14 May 2019 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands how to support a smooth settling-in process for children who start at the setting. She plans to use positive strategies, such as praise and encouragement, to acknowledge children's good behaviour and to help support their confidence and emotional well-being. n The childminder has processes in place to observe, assess and plan for individual children's learning. She understands that some children, such as those who speak English as an additional language, may need extra support to catch up with others. She plans to work in partnership with parents to support their individual needs and their progress. n The childminder plans to support an inclusive ethos. She plans to provide opportunities for children to learn about the wider world and to learn to value difference. n The childminder has a secure understanding of her responsibility to protect children in her care and the agencies to contact should she have concerns for their welfare. She

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This provision meets requirements

has an up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding guidelines. n The childminder understands the importance of self-evaluation to identify ways to improve her setting. She maintains her professional development, for instance through training. n The childminder plans to provide regular opportunities for children to explore outdoors and to be physically active.

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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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n The inspector viewed the areas of the premises which the childminder uses for childcare and assessed the arrangements for children's safety. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder to assess her understanding of the requirements of the early years foundation stage. n The inspector assessed the arrangements for self-evaluation and how the childminder plans for improvements and her professional development. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder to assess how she plans to work in partnership with parents. n The inspector viewed a sample of documents, including suitability checks for people who live in the household.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY538001 Local authority Bromley Inspection number 10080044 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 6 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 11 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Chislehurst, Kent. She operates each weekday from 7.30am to 8.45am and from 3pm to 6pm, during term time.

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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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