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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Childminder in Bromley

Inspected 24 Aug 2022 · published 21 Sept 2022 · URN EY483152

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  • Inspection date verified

    24 Aug 2022

  • Inspectors verified

    Kimberley Luckham

  • Overall effectivenesssingle source

    Met

  • Previous overall verified

    Met

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder report

  • URN verified

    EY483152

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  • OverallMet

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+22Mostly positivemore positive than 51% of reports of this type graded Met
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What needs to improveAbout the inspection positive critical

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5
Words of findings
409
about usual (typical 350)
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Fairly hard
Flesch 52, typical 47
Average sentence
18 words
Next steps
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0%
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What needs to improve 49%About the inspection 51%

Full report text

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder describes the activities that she would provide for children of differing ages and abilities. She knows how she would help children to engage in activities that they enjoy, based on their interests and individual needs. The childminder has a good understanding of how to assess children's learning and share information with parents about the progress that children make. n The childminder speaks about helping children to be independent. She intends to take every opportunity to teach children to do tasks for themselves, such as putting their own coats and shoes on and washing their hands. n The childminder discusses how she will work in partnership with parents to ensure that children feel confident and settled in her home. For example, she will offer children the number of settling-in sessions she feels they need prior to starting. n The childminder explains how she intends to promote children's health and well-

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This provision meets requirements

being. She explains how she would provide healthy meals and use resources in her community to support children's learning. For example, she would visit local groups and parks to help children socialise in wider groups and develop their physical skills. The childminder describes how she would help children to understand her expectations and celebrate their backgrounds and culture. n The childminder has updated her safeguarding knowledge and is able to explain her safeguarding policy. The childminder is aware of possible risks to children's welfare, including exposure to extreme views. The childminder understands the procedures to follow if she suspects a child is at risk of abuse or harm. She knows how to correctly respond if an allegation is made against her or a member of her household. n The childminder is aware of the need to evaluate her practice, develop her skills and keep her knowledge up to date. She has continued to access a range of

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This provision meets requirements

training and professional development opportunities, including paediatric first aid. The childminder is enthusiastic and knowledgeable.

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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 EY483152 Local authority Bromley Inspection number 10219909 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 7 Date of previous inspection 19 August 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014. She lives in the London Borough of Bromley. The childminder provides childcare Monday to Friday, from 8am to 5pm, all year round.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the setting 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 her evaluation of the setting. n The inspector and the childminder discussed how she plans to organise the setting. n The inspector considered how the childminder plans to work in partnership with parents and other professionals. n The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household. She viewed relevant documentation, including the childminder's public liability insurance and paediatric first-aid certificate. n The inspector checked the childminder's understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements.

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Inspection activities

24 August 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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Inspection activities

24 August 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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