Childminder in Bromley

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a very clear understanding of her responsibility to keep children safe from harm. She has an up-to-date knowledge of procedures and has attended training. She has experience of working alongside other professionals to make sure families who are in need of additional support are provided for. n The childminder has a wealth of experience of caring for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. She is highly aware of the support networks that are available for families. n The childminder has a positive approach to supporting children's understanding of keeping themselves safe. She talks about using daily routines to adapt play environments according to children's abilities and understanding of safety. n The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of how to support children's ongoing development. She knows how to find out how children learn best. She uses information gathered from parents and other carers to provide

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stimulating and challenging experiences that she knows children will enjoy. She has a clear awareness of how to monitor children's progress and to plan for their next steps in their development. n The childminder provides a wealth of play resources and experiences through both indoor and outdoors. She demonstrates a confident knowledge of supporting children's learning through a balanced programme of adult-led and child-initiated play. n The childminder has a very positive attitude towards working in partnership with parents, other professionals and carers. She understands the importance of providing a consistent and continuous approach to children's care and learning. n The childminder clearly understands the importance of promoting children's motivation to learn. She demonstrates her knowledge of instilling confidence through praise and recognition, helping children to experiment and explore in their play. She talks about the importance of children learning to negotiate and

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cooperate with friends during play experiences. n The childminder demonstrates a clear knowledge of how to promote children's self-help skills, independence and physical skills. She talks about the importance of children developing these skills in readiness for school.

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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 EY548537 Local authority Bromley Inspection number 10126900 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 4 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 Biggin Hill, Kent. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday and Wednesday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification to level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector had a tour of the childminder's house and discussed how the childminder plans to use the environment for children's play. n The inspector looked at the childminder's documentation including suitability checks, first-aid certificates and policies and procedures. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she evaluates her service and her actions to continuously improve her practice. n The inspector discussed all aspects of safety for children with the childminder.

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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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