Childminder in Kent

Inspection date 3 June 2019 Previous inspection date 25 September 2015

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands how to observe and assess children's learning and development. She knows how to plan activities to help children move onto their next steps in learning, including the move to school. The childminder recognises the importance of tracking children's progress to help identify and address any emerging concerns. n The childminder understands her responsibility to keep children safe. She knows the indicators of possible abuse and neglect, and the processes to follow should she have concerns about children's welfare. n The childminder recognises the importance of updating her knowledge and of evaluating practice to help develop her service. n The childminder demonstrates an awareness of supporting children's healthy lifestyles. She knows how to plan nutritious snacks and the importance of daily outdoor play experiences. n The childminder recognises the importance of teaching children to respect and

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This provision meets requirements

celebrate differences between one another. n The childminder knows how to work in partnership with parents and other professionals to help promote continuity in children's care and learning.

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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 that are used for childminding, including outdoors. n The inspector analysed the childminder's knowledge and understanding of safeguarding. She viewed evidence of the childminder's qualifications and suitability checks for household members. n The inspector discussed with the childminder the importance of involving parents and other professionals in children's learning and development. n The inspector checked the childminder's knowledge and understanding of the learning and development, and assessment requirements of the early years foundation stage.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 126443 Local authority Kent Inspection number 10063727 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 8 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1 Date of previous inspection 25 September 2015

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The childminder registered in 1999. She lives in Meopham, Kent. She provides care from 7.30am to 9am and from 3pm to 5pm, Monday to Friday during term times.

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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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