Childminder in Kent

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder has not maintained a current paediatric first-aid certificate, which is a breach of requirements. However, she has not been caring for children during this time. She is booked on an appropriate course and expects to complete this shortly. The childminder provides a homely environment and is well-organised. Her premises are clean, safe and secure. Daily checks and risk assessments reduce hazards and help to ensure children's safety. n The childminder understands the positive impact of gradual settling-in procedures to focus on children's well-being and to help build close emotional bonds. The childminder understands how to observe play and plan activities to build on what children already know and can do. She understands how to provide activities that offer progression in learning. She clearly describes how she intends to support early language development by using sign language, talking to children, looking at books with them and singing songs.

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n The childminder understands how to create exciting learning opportunities to support children's progress. She is enthusiastic about her plans to help children make links in their learning. For example, she describes how children could make their own musical instruments and use them to create sound effects for stories. She understands how to create exciting learning opportunities indoors and outdoors to support children to make good progress across all areas of learning. The childminder demonstrates that she understands the value of reviewing her provision to ensure it meets children's needs. She recognises the importance of further training to develop her practice. n The childminder understands how to help children lead a healthy lifestyle, for example, through spending time outdoors, being physically active and eating healthily. n The childminder recognises the importance of close partnerships with parents

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and other professionals. She understands the value of sharing information with pre-schools and schools to support a consistent approach to children's care and learning. The childminder intends to work closely with parents to support their children's development. n The childminder understands how to manage children's behaviour. She recognises the need to teach children to be independent and to help them to develop their confidence and self-esteem. The childminder explains how she will help children to develop positive relationships and to be tolerant, kind and respectful. The childminder talks about how she intends to extend children's knowledge of cultures and communities beyond their own experience, and the differences between people and between families. n The childminder discusses how she plans to teach children to keep themselves safe, for example, by discussing road safety with them on the walk to and from

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school. There are simple rules for children to follow while they are in her care. She intends to ensure children adhere to these and learn to behave well. The childminder knows how to keep children safe. She has a sound knowledge of the signs and symptoms of child abuse, and she knows the procedures to follow if

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This provision does not meet requirements

10 October 2019 she has a concern about a child's safety or welfare.

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This provision does not meet 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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Due date

complete an appropriate paediatric first- aid training course. 30/11/2019

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY544859 Local authority Kent Inspection number 10099419 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 0 to 0 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017. She lives in Dartford, in the London Borough of Bexley. She provides care on weekdays from 7.30am to 6pm throughout the year.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder showed the inspector all the areas of her premises that are used for childminding activities, together with the resources available. n The inspector reviewed documents, including those relating to safeguarding, the suitability of adults and risk assessments. n A discussion was held between the inspector and the childminder about the childminder's understanding of safeguarding and how to keep children safe. n The inspector discussed the curriculum and how the childminder intends to plan activities for children and assess their learning. n The childminder explained to the inspector how she plans to ensure that parents are informed about their child's learning and progress.

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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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10 October 2019 10 October 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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