Childminder in Bexley

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a clear understanding of how children learn. She uses the early years foundation stage documents to determine what children already know and what they need to learn next. n The childminder shows a strong understanding of how to keep children safe from harm. She is clear about the reporting procedures for any concerns she may have. n The childminder understands the importance of promoting diversity and equality within the setting. She describes how she will encourage children to use their home language during play to ensure all children have a sense of belonging. n The childminder understands the importance of building strong relationships with parents. She describes how she shares information with parents to ensure children's needs are met effectively. n The childminder continues to attend training courses to keep her professional knowledge up to date. n The childminder understands the importance of having rules and boundaries in

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This provision meets requirements

place to support positive behaviour in children. n The childminder understands the importance of promoting children's health. She describes how she will provide healthy balanced meals for children and ensure they have opportunities to be physically active.

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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 2513599 Local authority Bexley Inspection number 10207843 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 3 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2019. She lives in Thamesmead in the London Borough of Bexley. She holds a recognised childcare qualification. She offers care to children from 7.30am to 6pm on a flexible basis throughout the week for most of the year.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider received since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The inspector reviewed relevant documentation, including the childminder's paediatric first-aid qualification and evidence of the suitability of household members. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder to assess her knowledge of the learning and development requirements and safeguarding practices.

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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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