Childminder in Kent

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a secure understanding of child protection. She can confidently explain the procedures she would take if she had a concern about a child in her care. The childminder regularly completes safeguarding training and has a strong understanding of wider safeguarding concerns, such as how to keep children safe while using online technology. n The childminder is committed to professional development and keeps her knowledge and skills up to date through research and reading. She is aware of the benefits of working closely with other professionals to help continually improve the service she offers children and their families. n The childminder understands the importance of sharing information about children with parents on a regular basis to provide a continuity of care and learning. n The childminder has a focus on natural objects and play resources. She has a wide range of resources that cover all areas of the early years foundation stage.

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This provision meets requirements

Through discussion, the childminder clearly explains the intended learning for planned activities and how she will measure the impact the curriculum has on children's development. n The childminder has a strong understanding of how to monitor children's progress. She demonstrates the importance of planning activities, to support children's sensory explorations and to promote their learning. n The childminder has a clear understanding of the importance of supporting children to manage their feelings and behaviour. She demonstrates how she can encourage children to talk about their emotions to help them feel safe and secure. n The childminder values the importance of promoting children's understanding of how to make healthy choices. She recognises the benefits to children of learning about good oral hygiene. The childminder places a strong emphasis on encouraging children to play outdoors to explore the world around them and

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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 2535673 Local authority Kent Inspection number 10215199 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 Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2019 and lives in Sittingbourne, Kent. She operates from Monday to Friday between 8am and 5pm, for most of the year. The childminder holds a relevant early years qualification.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder has 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 provider. n During a learning walk, the inspector looked at the play resources set out in the cabin and outdoor area. n The inspector sampled documentation, including insurance and paediatric first- aid certificates. n The childminder explained how she will carry out risk assessments to maintain children's safety. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how they would work with parents to develop positive relationships.

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Inspection activities

22 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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22 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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