Childminder in Kent

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder keeps most of her required documentation up to date. She displays relevant information for parents, such as complaints posters, registration certificate and first-aid details. However, the childminder does not record children's attendance accurately, as required. She does not demonstrate an understanding of the importance of recording and assessing accidents that children have in her care. n The childminder demonstrates a clear knowledge of how to keep children safe and to support their understanding of keeping themselves safe. She has up-to- date knowledge and information regarding child abuse. She knows the procedures to follow if she has a concern about a child in her care. n The childminder demonstrates a clear knowledge of how to promote children's ongoing learning and development. She understands the importance of using information gained from parents and other carers, to plan for their initial

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learning experiences and provide challenges to extend their thinking and learning. She demonstrates a clear knowledge of using children's interests to introduce the next steps in their learning and to close any gaps in their development. n The childminder has a good understanding of how to promote children's physical well-being. She talks about providing healthy snacks for children and encouraging parents to provide healthy meals. She recognises the importance of hygiene routines. She explains how she encourages physical exercise and daily fresh air to develop children's enthusiasm for a healthy lifestyle. n The childminder demonstrates a positive attitude towards promoting children's emotional well-being. She talks about the importance of being a positive role model for children to support their understanding of appropriate behaviour towards their peers. She talks about incorporating independence and self-help

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skills into their daily routines to help support their readiness for school. n The childminder has a professional attitude towards keeping her knowledge up to date. She searches for the latest practices and gains the latest information through support networks. n The childminder demonstrates a clear knowledge of promoting experiences for children within her local community, to enrich their understanding of other people's cultures, languages and backgrounds.

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This provision does not meet 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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Due date

ensure children's attendance is recorded accurately at all times 01/07/2022

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Due date

ensure accidents are recorded and shared appropriately with parents. 01/07/2022

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2547094 Local authority Kent Inspection number 10239373 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 6 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 2020. She lives in Gravesend, Kent. The childminder offers care Monday to Friday from 7am until 7pm, except bank holidays and 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 their evaluation of the provider. n The inspector and the childminder carried out a tour of the premises. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The childminder discussed her understanding of how to support children's learning and development. n The childminder discussed her knowledge of how to support children's welfare.

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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

17 June 2022 17 June 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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