Childminder in Bexley

Met

Previous inspection Requires improvement

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This provision meets requirements

n Since the last inspection, the childminder has improved her knowledge of the learning and development requirements. She understands how to plan purposeful play experiences across all areas of learning and how to assess children's progress. The childminder knows how to interact with children in different ways to extend their learning. n The childminder understands how to safeguard children. She knows the signs and symptoms that may indicate concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder also knows how to report any child protection concerns or allegations against herself or her family to the appropriate agencies. She checks and reduces any potential risks in her home and garden to make sure that all areas remain safe and secure for children. n The childminder knows how to encourage children to behave well and develop positive attitudes towards others. She is aware of how to help children to follow

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This provision meets requirements

rules and develop self-assurance and independence in readiness for their future lives. n The childminder understands how to help children to learn about keeping safe and healthy. She knows how to encourage them to eat healthily and stay safe in a range of situations, including on outings. The childminder recognises the importance of allowing children to explore, manage risks in their play and develop confidence in their abilities. n The childminder understands how to work with parents and different professionals to meet children's individual care and learning needs.

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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 EY257964 Local authority Bexley Inspection number 10120747 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 15 August 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2003 and lives in Welling, in the London Borough of Bexley. She operates all year round from 7am to 7pm, Monday to Friday. The childminder holds a relevant early years qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since the COVID- 19 (coronavirus) pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The inspector spoke to the childminder about her understanding of how to meet the requirements of the early years foundation stage. n The childminder showed the inspector the areas of her home that she uses for childcare and explained how she manages risks to keep children safe. n The childminder provided a range of documentation for the inspector to view, including her qualifications and training certificates.

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Inspection activities

6 July 2021 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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Inspection activities

6 July 2021 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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