Childminder 115449

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder recognises her responsibility to protect children from harm. She knows how to identify signs that children may be at risk, and how to report any concerns, in line with her local safeguarding procedures. The childminder understands how to maintain a safe environment for children to play and learn in. She knows how to identify and minimise risks to help keep them safe. n The childminder knows how to use observations and assessment to plan learning activities which build on what children know and can do. She understands how to check children's progress and target any gaps in their development. n The childminder knows how to teach children about positive behaviour and to promote their personal, social and emotional development. She understands the importance of building strong relationships with children, so they develop positive attitudes to learning, and feel safe and secure. n The childminder recognises the value of working in partnership with parents and

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other professionals to help ensure consistency in children's care and learning. n The childminder recognises the importance of promoting healthy lifestyles for children. This includes ensuring they eat well and have daily opportunities to enjoy fresh air and exercise. She knows how to teach children to follow good hygiene routines and to manage their personal care needs independently. n The childminder understands how to reflect on the quality of her practice and to identify areas for further development. She recognises the need to continue to develop her skills and knowledge to improve outcomes for all children.

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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 115449 Local authority Bexley Inspection number 10061550 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 8 to 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection 19 May 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1992. She lives in the London Borough of Bexley. The childminder provides after-school care from Monday to Friday, all year round.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector sampled relevant documentation that the childminder uses when caring for children. n The inspector looked at the areas of the home used for childminding. n The inspector checked the childminder's understanding of safeguarding procedures. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about how she intends to meet the requirements of the early years foundation stage.

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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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