Childminder in Bromley

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands the learning and welfare requirements. She ensures that she keeps up to date with changes to the early years foundation stage, even though she is not currently minding early years children. n The childminder recognises that children learn in different ways. She discusses how she will use her observations effectively to understand what children know and can do, and what they need to learn next. The childminder describes how she will use her local environment, such as libraries and children's centres, to enhance children's learning experiences. n The childminder understands the importance of providing an inclusive and diverse environment where children can grow in confidence and develop a positive sense of self. She recognises the importance of providing children with a healthy balanced diet and opportunities to engage in regular physical activities. n The childminder understands the importance of having high expectations for

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children. She talks about how she will promote children's positive behaviours, independence and social skills, so that they are ready for the next stage of their learning. n The childminder recognises the importance of working in partnership with parents. She talks about how she will develop a strong partnership where information about children's learning and welfare can be discussed openly and honestly. n The childminder has continued to invest in her own professional development. She discusses how she will seek to gain regular feedback from parents and children at the setting. This childminder explains how this will allow her to assess what is working well and what improvements may be needed. n The childminder has a secure safeguarding knowledge. She is aware of the different categories of abuse and how to recognise the signs that children may be at risk of harm. The childminder is secure about how to record and report

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these concerns. She understands how to manage any allegations against herself or any assistants.

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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 EY556193 Local authority Bromley Inspection number 10239274 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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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 2020. She lives in Chislehurst, Kent. The childminder holds a relevant early years qualification. She cares for children all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday.

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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 childminder showed the inspector around the premises and discussed how she ensures that they are safe and suitable. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The inspector and childminder held discussions around the learning and welfare requirements, as well as safeguarding.

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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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