Childminder 136546

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder provides a welcoming environment for children before and after school. She places a strong focus on supporting children's personal, social and emotional development. n The childminder knows how to promote children's good health and well-being. Children benefit from a variety of healthy snacks and meals. The childminder understands the importance of following good hygiene practice and developing good independence and self-care skills. Children have plenty of opportunities to be physically active in the childminder's garden and local parks. n Children have access to a variety of resources and can make their own choice of what activities they wish to engage with. The childminder provides children with opportunities to build on their sharing and turn-taking skills. Children have access to many board games together where they can follow the rules of a game and listen to others. n The childminder has clear behaviour expectations and simple house rules so that

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children know what is expected of them. n Daily risk assessments are carried out to ensure that all areas of the home are safe for children. The childminder implements clear policies in relation to existing injuries, accidents and the administration of medication. She follows robust hygiene, safety and safeguarding procedures in her home to ensure the safety and well-being of all children. n The childminder understands the importance of partnerships with parents. She recognises the importance of sharing information to ensure continuity of care for each child. She has developed extremely positive relationships with the children and families. n The childminder has a good understanding of her role and responsibilities to keep children safe. She recognises the signs and indicators that a child may be at risk of harm, including extreme behaviours or views. The childminder is secure in the procedures to follow if she has a concern about a child's welfare.

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This provision meets requirements

She has safeguarding policies and procedures in place, including how to report concerns.

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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 136546 Local authority Bromley Inspection number 10120544 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 17 March 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1996. She lives in West Wickham in the London Borough of Bromley. She provides care for children before and after school. The childminder operates from 7.30am to 9am and from 3pm to 6pm. She is flexible in her hours and works all year round.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector had discussions with the childminder relating to her knowledge and understanding of the requirements for safeguarding and welfare. n The childminder showed the inspector the areas of her home that she uses for childminding purposes. She explained how she organises her setting and plans the activities and opportunities offered to children. n The inspector checked the evidence of the suitability of all household members. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation including policies and procedures and training certificates.

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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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