Childminder in Bromley

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of her role and responsibility to safeguard children. She discusses the different types of abuse and concerns, such as radicalisation and county lines. The childminder knows the process for reporting any concerns that she may have about a child's welfare. She understands the importance of completing regular risk assessments of her home to help eliminate any potential hazards. The childminder explains how she teaches children to keep themselves safe. n The childminder has a good understanding of child development. She explains how she observes and gathers information about children's starting points in development and is clear about their next steps in learning. The childminder discusses the importance of building effective partnerships. She describes how she will work effectively with parents and other professionals to support children to progress well.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder explains how she will help children to understand and maintain healthy lifestyles. She explains how she follows food standards and meets children's dietary requirements. The childminder discusses how she speaks to parents and children about food hygiene and oral health. She explains how she encourages children to exercise through dance and outdoor play. n The childminder describes how she has high expectations for children's behaviour. She explains how she encourages children to understand her expectations, and encourages them to be kind and respectful towards others. The childminder describes how she manages children's behaviour, and how she encourages children to talk about the situation and how they feel. n The childminder explains how she supports children to gain good independence and social skills. She describes how she helps children to develop confidence and have their own voice. The childminder explains how she teaches children to

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This provision meets requirements

listen to each other, and to value and respect each other's differences and opinions. n The childminder understands the importance of seeking the views of parents and children. She explains how she uses feedback to adapt and improve her provision. The childminder has completed a range of training, including mandatory training, to ensure that her knowledge and skills are up to date.

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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 EY501495 Local authority Bromley Inspection number 10251864 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory 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 2 August 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Bromley. She works term time only, from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. She holds a recognised teaching qualification at level 6.

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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 viewed the provision with the childminder, who discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about her intentions for children's learning. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation used by the childminder. n Discussions were held to enable the inspector to establish the childminder's knowledge of how she safeguards children.

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Inspection activities

12 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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12 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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