Home Childcarer in Suffolk

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates her good knowledge of the learning and development requirements. She discusses how she will plan activities for children of various ages, and build on what they already know across all areas of the curriculum. n The childminder understands child protection issues and the need to keep children safe. She ensures the environment is safe and uses risk assessments to minimise potential hazards. The childminder knows the procedures to follow if she has any concerns regarding a child's welfare. n The childminder understands the importance of teaching children about healthy lifestyles. She intends to offer children daily opportunities to be physically active and provide them with a healthy and balanced diet. n The childminder demonstrates her knowledge of observing children and using assessments to track the progress they make. She discusses providing challenging activities to prepare children for their next steps in learning.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder recognises the importance of working in partnership with parents. She understands the significance of keeping parents updated on their children's progress and sharing ideas to help them continue their children's learning at home. n The childminder knows how to manage children's behaviour. She acknowledges the importance of being a good role model and teaching children to show respect for each other. The childminder plans to reinforce positive behaviour to increase children's confidence and help them build relationships. n The childminder is committed to increasing her knowledge and skills. She uses training and research to increase her understanding. The childminder regularly reflects on her practice. She seeks views from parents and reviews her resources to support her in making ongoing improvements.

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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.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY433893 Local authority Bexley Inspection number 10074911 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 5 to 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5 Date of previous inspection 22 June 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2011 and lives in Thamesmead, in the London Borough of Bexley. She operates all year round from 6.30am to 7pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a childcare qualification at level 6.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector had a tour of the childminder's home and garden and discussed how she organises and plans the curriculum. n Discussions were held with the childminder regarding her knowledge and understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The inspector sampled a range of documents, including evidence of qualifications, suitability checks and public liability insurance. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she plans to involve parents in their children's learning. n The inspector discussed how the childminder uses self-evaluation to make improvements to her practice.

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Inspection activities

30 September 2019 We carried out this inspection 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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30 September 2019 regulates and inspects to 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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