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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Childminder in Bromley

Inspected 20 Jul 2022 · published 18 Aug 2022 · URN EY480708

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  • Inspection date verified

    20 Jul 2022

  • Inspectors verified

    Kelly Hawkins

  • Overall effectivenesssingle source

    Met

  • Previous overall verified

    Good

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder report

  • URN verified

    EY480708

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  • OverallMet

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+45Positivemore positive than 73% of reports of this type graded Met
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What needs to improveAbout the inspection positive critical

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Pages
5
Words of findings
438
longer than usual (typical 350)
Reading level
Hard
Flesch 44, typical 47
Average sentence
16 words
Next steps
8
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Hedged sentences
0%
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What needs to improve 52%About the inspection 48%

Full report text

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a secure knowledge and understanding of all safeguarding and child protection policies and procedures. This includes knowing the signs and symptoms that may highlight a concern of potential abuse. The childminder knows how to effectively safeguard children, protect their welfare and help keep them safe. This includes knowing who to contact to seek advice and follow up any potential concerns. For example, she knows how she would manage any allegations raised against herself. n The childminder understands the importance of establishing positive relationships with children and getting to know them well. This includes understanding their individual personalities and what makes them unique. The childminder understands how she will support all children to engage them in their learning experiences. This includes providing them with opportunities to choose their own resources with independence.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder knows how she will successfully establish positive relationships with parents. She understands the benefits of communicating with them daily and plans to keep them fully informed about their children's learning and achievements. n The childminder understands the importance of building and maintaining positive partnerships with other early years professionals. For example, she plans to discuss children's achievements and next steps in their learning with staff at settings they may also attend. The childminder knows the benefits of liaising with outside professionals to support children to meet their full potential. This includes sharing helpful tips and strategies with specialists, such as occupational therapists. n The childminder continues to effectively review and evaluate her practice. For instance, she reflects daily on how well she engages children in their learning experiences. She uses her findings to support her future performance. The

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This provision meets requirements

childminder remains proactive in building on her knowledge and skills and keeping up to date with new information. For example, she regularly carries out independent reading and research. n The childminder understands the importance of supporting children to develop their skills to help prepare them for their future learning. This includes social skills, such as turn taking and sharing. The childminder intends to be a positive role model and teach children what is expected of their behaviour.

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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 EY480708 Local authority Bromley Inspection number 10219854 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 30 August 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014. She is located in Beckenham, London. The childminder cares for children from Monday to Friday, from 7.45am to 6.30pm, all year around. The childminder has a relevant early years qualification at level 3.

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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 discussed with the childminder the learning opportunities she intends to provide children. n The inspector viewed the indoor and outdoor learning environments. n Written documentation was reviewed. This included safeguarding and child protection policies and procedures.

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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

20 July 2022 20 July 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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Inspection activities

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