Childminder in Bexley

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder understands the importance of play. She explains the value of children having opportunities to play outdoors and to learn about the wider world. However, she demonstrates limited knowledge of the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage. n The childminder has not kept her knowledge of how to safeguard children up to date. She does not consistently demonstrate a good understanding of the relevant agencies to contact if she is concerned about a child's well-being or if an allegation is made against her or another adult. n The childminder has not ensured that she has kept her first-aid certificate up to date. This is a breach of the requirements of the 'Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage'. n The childminder understands the importance of building positive relationships with parents in order to share learning. For instance, she describes how she

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plans to share children's daily activities. In addition, she will use a daily journal so that parents can also share information. n The childminder understands how to promote positive behaviour. She talks about how she plans to keep her setting safe and secure and minimise any dangers to children. For instance, she plans to keep daily records of children's attendance.

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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

improve knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements, including the prime and specific areas of learning 05/10/2022

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Due date

3 September 2022 attend safeguarding training to understand how to respond appropriately to signs of abuse and understand safeguarding legislation responsibilities 05/10/2022

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Due date

maintain a valid paediatric first-aid certificate. 05/10/2022

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY550608 Local authority Bexley Inspection number 10174216 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 0 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017. She lives in Erith, in the London Borough of Bexley. She provides care from Monday to Friday, all year round. The childminder holds a relevant childcare qualification.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder 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 their evaluation of the childminder. n The inspector viewed the childminding provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The inspector and childminder discussed her understanding of the learning and development, and safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The inspector discussed policies and procedures with the childminder, which include the arrangements to safeguard and promote children's welfare.

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Inspection activities

3 September 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

3 September 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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