Childminder in Kent

Met

Previous inspection Not Met (with actions)

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has made good progress and met all actions raised at the last inspection. She has attended a first-aid course and obtained public liability insurance. She has also developed her understanding of safeguarding children. She is alert to different types of abuse and knows the procedures to follow to report any concerns about children's welfare. She has also updated her safeguarding procedures, including the procedure to follow if an allegation is made against her or her household. n The childminder understands about the records that she must maintain about the children in her care, to ensure the appropriate management of her childminding service. n The childminder explains how she will provide a range of activities and outings that promote children's individual learning and interests. She will talk to parents when children begin and assess what they can already do, and what they need to learn next. She has a partnership approach to working with parents. For

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example, she will share information about their children's progress and encourage parents to discuss what their children are learning at home. n The childminder places strong emphasis on helping children to learn about the community in which they live and being respectful of differences. She will promote children's social skills and personal independence, so that they are well prepared to begin school and future life experiences. n The childminder has a clear understanding of children's learning and development. She plans to work with parents and any other agencies if needed to address any gaps in children's learning or development. n The childminder understands how to manage children's behaviour in positive ways. For example, by encouraging them to share and take turns during play. The childminder explains she will ask them to use their 'listening ears' to gain their attention. She will discuss their behaviour or what is happening next, to

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This provision meets requirements

help children understand what is expected of them. n The childminder discusses how she will complete risk assessments of her home and before any outings to promote children's safety. She will help children learn about staying safe, for example, when crossing roads. n The childminder explains how she will promote children's healthy eating habits. For example, she will provide a wide variety of fruit for children to try, and find healthy foods they like. She explains the importance of ensuring she respects parents' food preferences for their children.

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This provision meets requirements

13 April 2022 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 EY551043 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 10231979 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 2 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 27 May 2021

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017. She is based in Sydenham in the London Borough of Lewisham. The childminder operates her service from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year. She has completed relevant training for childminders.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the childminder. n The childminder showed the inspector areas of her home that children will use. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about how she plans to promote children's learning and development and monitor their progress. n The inspector sampled required documents, including the childminder's qualification certificates.

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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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Inspection activities

13 April 2022 13 April 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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