Childminder in Bexley

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands how young children learn and develop. She explains how she would plan exciting activities based on children's needs and interests. The childminder has a range of age-appropriate resources for children to access. n The childminder explains how she plans to develop children's social skills and confidence. For instance, she would take children to local playgroups and the library to meet and interact with others. n The childminder has a good understanding of how to develop children's language and communication skills. She plans for children to sing, share books and hear new language throughout the day. The childminder intends to raise children's awareness of other cultures and languages. She would encourage children to share their own home languages and cultures. n The childminder is aware of the need to evaluate her practice, develop her skills and keep her knowledge up to date. She plans to invite parents to contribute to

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the evaluation of her services. She has continued to access a range of training and professional development opportunities, including paediatric first aid. The childminder is enthusiastic and knowledgeable. n The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents. She explains clearly how she shares information about children's daily routines. She understands the importance of sharing developmental information with parents and how this enables them to support children's progress at home. n The childminder has high expectations for children's behaviour. She discusses how she will use suitable strategies to manage children's behaviour. The childminder knows how to help children to develop respect for each other and learn to share. She understands how to help children to develop their confidence and independence in preparation for their eventual move on to school. n The childminder is aware of possible risks to children's welfare, including

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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.

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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 EY474845 Local authority Bexley Inspection number 10236331 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 0 Date of previous inspection 18 October 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014. She lives in Bexleyheath, Kent. The childminder is available to work each weekday from 7am to 7pm, for most of the year. The childminder is qualified to early years teacher status.

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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 took the inspector on a learning walk and talked about how she plans to organise her provision and her curriculum. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The inspector assessed the childminder's knowledge and understanding of safeguarding issues and how she manages any concerns.

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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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