Childminder in Bexley

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder's home is free from hazards. She understands how to keep children safe in her home and during outings, to minimise accidents and injuries. n The childminder provides a range of resources to support children of all ages in their play and learning. She understands the importance of finding out about children's interests in order to provide resources that engage and motivate them during their play. n The childminder shows an understanding of how to assess children's stages of development. She describes how she will use these assessments effectively to move children along with their learning. n The childminder has a good understanding of how to positively manage children's behaviour. She describes how she will encourage children to share and take turns, and the need for clear boundaries. n The childminder understands her responsibility to safeguard children. She knows the actions to take if she has concerns about a child's welfare and safety.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents and carers, including sharing ways to support children's development at home. She describes how she will work with teachers to provide consistent support for all children. n The childminder understands how to provide an inclusive and welcoming environment for all children. She discusses how she will place a great importance on making sure that children feel valued, and learn to respect similarities and differences in others. n The childminder understands how to evaluate her own practice with the input of parents and carers, to help her strive for continuous improvement. n The childminder understands how to promote children's healthy lifestyles, such as with food choices and opportunities to exercise.

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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 EY366612 Local authority Bexley Inspection number 10104808 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 2 Date of previous inspection 10 July 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2008 and lives in Erith in the London Borough of Bexley. She offers care for children all year round from 7.30am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, excluding family holidays.

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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 her evaluation of the provider. n The childminder led the inspector on a walk around her provision to discuss how she uses different areas for children's learning and to check the safety and suitability of the premises. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, including public liability insurance, paediatric first-aid training and evidence of the suitability of all persons living at the setting. n The childminder and the inspector discussed the childminder's understanding of safeguarding and how she evaluates her practice.

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Inspection activities

7 February 2022 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

7 February 2022 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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