Childminder 136885

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder is experienced and well organised. She understands how children learn and how to use her teaching skills to support them to access the curriculum, both indoors and outdoors. The childminder understands how to plan challenging activities that help children develop skills across all areas of learning. n The childminder has a detailed knowledge of safeguarding. She understands her responsibility to keep children safe and uses risk assessments to ensure any potential hazards are minimised. The childminder knows the importance of sharing information with other professionals 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 provide nutritious snacks and meals and include daily opportunities for children to develop their physical skills. n The childminder knows how to manage children's behaviour. She understands

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the importance of teaching children about respect for others and good manners. The childminder supports children to learn about their feelings and build positive relationships. n The childminder acknowledges the importance of working in partnership with parents and other professionals. She talks about keeping parents informed about children's progress to maintain continuity and help them extend learning at home. n The childminder regularly reviews her practice and identifies areas for improvement. She shares ideas with other childminders and seeks feedback from parents and children. The childminder is committed to accessing training to increase her knowledge and skills further.

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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 136885 Local authority Bromley Inspection number 10120400 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 9 to 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2 Date of previous inspection 4 December 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1993. She has a childcare qualification at level 3. The childminder lives in Bromley, Kent. She offers care Monday to Friday, all year round. There were no children in the early years age range on roll at the time of this inspection.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder and inspector completed a learning walk to discuss how the curriculum is organised. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about her knowledge and understanding of the safeguarding requirements. n The inspector sampled a range of documentation, including public liability insurance and qualifications. n The inspector checked the suitability of adults living in the childminder's home. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she supports children's learning and development.

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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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