Childminder in Bexley

Met

Previous inspection Not Met (with actions)

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands the importance of children having a varied curriculum. She explains the value of children having opportunities to play outdoors and to learn about the wider world. For example, in the past, children have enjoyed visits to the local park to develop their skills in physical development. n The childminder is aware of how to monitor and observe children's learning. She explains how her interactions and the records she keeps about development, inform planning for new activities. The childminder understands how to identify possible delays in development. She explains how she would complete additional training to increase her understanding of how to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. n The childminder demonstrates how she would support children's understanding of how to adopt a healthy lifestyle. She provides information for parents about providing children with a healthy, balanced diet including drinking water to

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promote good habits in oral health. The childminder explains how she plans to use her outdoor space to provide regular fresh air and exercise for children. n The childminder recognises the importance of working in partnership with parents. She uses ways to identify what children know and what they can do on entry, and how she will use this information in her planning. The childminder talks regularly to the parents about their child's day. They work together to support children's development such as with toilet training. n The childminder explains how she will complete regular assessments for children, including the two year progress check. Parents are well informed about children's learning, development, and next steps through effective measures, such as through discussion and text messages. n The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of child protection procedures. She talks about her duty to keep children safe and how she will do

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this. She knows where to report any concerns she may have about children's safety. She has recently attended training to improve her understanding. The childminder has conversations with school-age children to help them understand how to keep themselves safe. For example, when using the internet. n The childminder talks about how she promotes good behaviour and supports older children to take responsibility for their behaviour. She explains how she encourages kindness between children and supports them to make positive choices in their interactions with others. n The childminder has a good understanding of how to reflect on her practice and identify areas for improvement in her provision. She is motivated to improve quality to benefit children's development. For instance, she keeps up to date with current information about early years provision through her memberships with professional organisations.

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This provision meets requirements

23 September 2022 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 EY550299 Local authority Bexley Inspection number 10238878 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 3 Date of previous inspection 11 October 2021

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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. The childminder provides care from 8am to 6.30pm on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, all year round.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued 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 and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about their intentions for children's learning. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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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

23 September 2022 23 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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