Childminder EY152191

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a secure understanding of safeguarding. She knows the signs that would cause her concern about a child's welfare and the process to follow. The childminder understands what to do if there was an allegation made against herself or household members. She has an appropriate complaints procedure. n The childminder knows how to manage children's behaviour. She understands the need to provide children with clear guidance and consistent boundaries to help them manage their own behaviour. The childminder has suitable systems in place to help children learn to keep themselves safe. n The childminder understands how to provide a stimulating and ambitious curriculum that supports children's development across all areas of learning. She knows how to differentiate for children's individual needs and abilities. The childminder understands how to use the information from her assessments to build on what children know and can do. She knows how to promote children's

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literacy skills through a range of activities and resources. n The childminder recognises the importance of working in partnership with parents. She knows the requirement to share regular information with them to help provide a consistent approach. The childminder understands the self- evaluation process and the value of involving parents to help develop the quality of the provision. n The childminder knows how to encourage children's independence in preparation for their future learning. She understands how to help them manage their own personal needs and learn about good hygiene routines to assist their physical health. n The childminder understands how to help children to learn about diversity. She knows how to offer a wide range of opportunities for them to experience similarities and differences around them.

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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 EY152191 Local authority Kent Inspection number 10133030 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 4 Date of previous inspection 21 January 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2002 and lives in Sittingbourne, Kent. She offers care Monday to Friday, from 7am to 6pm, throughout the year. The childminder is eligible to receive funding to provide free early education for children aged two, three and four years.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector spoke to the childminder about her knowledge and understanding of the learning and development, and safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The inspector viewed a range of documentation, including relevant qualifications and training, and suitability checks. n The inspector toured all the areas the childminder uses for childminding.

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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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16 December 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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