Childminder 128667

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder is experienced and has high expectations for all children. She has a good understanding of how to provide a challenging curriculum for children of different ages. She knows how to identify areas for early intervention and to support children's individual needs. n The childminder understands the importance of providing a welcoming environment. She plans to build strong attachments with children, to help them feel happy and secure and support their emotional development. n The childminder has a secure knowledge of child protection issues. She understands her responsibility to keep children safe. The childminder knows the procedures to follow if she has any concerns regarding a child's welfare. n The childminder knows how to manage children's behaviour and promote positive attitudes to learning. She explains how to teach children to show respect for others and develop positive relationships. The childminder intends to

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teach good manners, promote independence and develop children's confidence. n The childminder recognises the importance of developing strong partnerships with parents and other professionals. She understands the importance of sharing information to benefit children's care and promote continuity in learning. n The childminder reflects on her practice and identifies areas for future development. She regularly attends training to increase her knowledge and stays up to date with changes in the early years. n The childminder describes how she will support children to promote good health. She intends to provide nutritious meals and educate children to make healthy choices. The childminder plans to provide opportunities for exercise to develop physical skills and access local community resources.

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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 128667 Local authority Bromley Inspection number 10120415 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 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 10 December 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1998. She lives in the London Borough of Bromley. The childminder is available to work each weekday from 7am to 6.30pm throughout the year. There were no children on roll at the time of the inspection.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector and childminder carried out a learning walk and discussed how the curriculum is organised. n The inspector checked areas of the home used for childminding and the suitability of the adults living in the home. n The inspector asked the childminder about how she plans to provide activities and experiences for children of different ages to support their learning. n The inspector viewed a variety of documents, including qualifications, public liability insurance and the first-aid certificate. n The inspector talked to the childminder about her responsibilities to meet the requirements, including safeguarding and helping children to make progress.

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Inspection activities

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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