Childminder in Bromley

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands how to use the early years foundation stage (EYFS) to plan her curriculum for children that covers all seven areas of learning. n The childminder has suitable knowledge of the EYFS requirements. She knows the correct procedures to follow to help safeguard children's welfare. n The childminder has a good understanding of the signs and symptoms of abuse. She is able to identify if children are being drawn into extreme beliefs or behaviour. She knows where to report any concerns she may have about children's safety or welfare. She knows to use these information to plan for children's learning. n The childminder is aware of her responsibilities to work in partnership with parents. She knows how to work in collaboration with early years settings that children may attend. The childminder demonstrates the need to work in partnership with other professionals. n The childminder provides suitable premises for children's use. She explains how

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to keep children safe and shows how to complete risk assessments of her home and outdoors. n The childminder explains the importance of sharing information with parents about what children know and can do. She understands how to observe and assess the progress children make. She understands the need to complete a progress check when children are aged between two and three years. The childminder demonstrates a suitable understanding of how to manage children's behaviour. n The childminder knows how to support children to develop self-confidence and language acquisition. She knows that promoting children's independence and self-esteem contributes to their future learning skills. n The childminder explains how to promote diversity and inclusion. For example, she has a book that shows children's backgrounds. The childminder undertakes trips to meet and socialise with other childminding groups. She demonstrates

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well why the use of trips broadens children's learning and supports their well- being. n The childminder shows an understanding of how to promote children's good health. For instance, she plans to provide children with healthy snacks and meals. The childminder intends to find out information about children's dietary and medical needs at the start.

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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 137138 Local authority Bromley Inspection number 10061903 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 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 26 May 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1994 and lives in Anerley, South East London. She operates from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year round.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since the COVID- 19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the childminding provision. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children. n The inspector looked at the documents the childminder plans to use when caring for children and discussed her policies. n The inspector looked at the space available for childminding and the resources she plans to use. n The inspector discussed the childminder's knowledge of the EYFS requirements, including safeguarding children.

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Inspection activities

7 October 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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7 October 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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