Childminder in Bexley

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has an understanding of the potential risks posed to children, including exposure to extreme ideas, domestic abuse or alcohol misuse. She updates her knowledge to help her to keep children safe. The childminder understands how to respond if she is concerned about a child's welfare or if an allegation is made against her. She knows when to access safeguarding support and advice. n The childminder describes the inclusive and enjoyable activities that she will plan, using children's interests and her observations of their learning. The childminder explains how she will involve parents in her assessments of their child's learning. She understands how to take effective action if children do not make expected progress in their learning. n The childminder describes how she will support children to keep themselves safe in her home and when on local outings. She explains how she will plan activities

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that help children to develop good hygiene habits and maintain healthy lifestyles. For example, the childminder will discuss the benefits of nutritious meals and the importance of dental health routines. The childminder describes how she will implement frequent handwashing. n The childminder explains how she will support children to gain confidence in their abilities, behave well and acquire positive social skills. She shares how she will help children to understand 'golden rules' and the impact of their behaviour on others. The childminder understands how to implement activities that support children's understanding of those with different backgrounds, skills and abilities. n The childminder recognises the importance of working closely with parents and other professionals, such as teaching staff, who may be involved in children's care. She describes how she will gather information about children and their

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families in order to provide an inclusive, flexible and responsive service from the start. She explains how she will seek feedback about her service and keeps up to date with current developments in order to enhance her service and professional practice.

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This provision meets requirements

There were no children in the early years age range 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 early years 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 2502966 Local authority Bexley Inspection number 10191586 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 15 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018 and lives in the London Borough of Bexley. She operates from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, during term time only.

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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 her evaluation of the provision. n The childminder showed the inspector around the areas of her home used by children. n The inspector reviewed documents. These included the suitability of the childminder and household members, relevant policies, children's records and evidence of the childminder's professional development. n The childminder and inspector discussed educational programmes and safeguarding issues.

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10 November 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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10 November 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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