Childminder in Kent

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a secure understanding of safeguarding matters. She understands possible signs that a child may be at risk. She knows how to report concerns to relevant agencies to protect children's safety and welfare. n The childminder explains how she will plan a range of activities to support children's learning and development. Children will have opportunities to learn about a range of interesting topics. For example, they will find out about people who help us during planned visits to the fire station. n The childminder understands the importance of supporting children's language and communication. She demonstrates how she will encourage children to develop a love for books and stories. She explains how reading stories, such as 'The Gruffalo', will help children develop language through rhythm and rhyme. n The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents and other professionals, to provide consistency in children's care and

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learning. The childminder explains how a gradual settling-in process will be offered to help build secure bonds. n The childminder explains how she will positively manage children's behaviour. She describes how children will be supported to manage their feelings through sensitive discussions. Children will be encouraged to share and take turns and learn respect for each other. n The childminder describes how she will promote and celebrate diversity, including helping children to learn to respect one another. The childminder recognises the importance of non-gender stereotyping and ensuring all children have equal opportunities. n The childminder's home is a welcoming and secure environment for children. She knows how to assess risks to minimise potential hazards, both at home and on outings. Children will also learn how to keep themselves safe. For example, by practising regular fire drills to evacuate the setting safely in the event of an

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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 EY452355 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 10235944 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 4 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 5 October 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2013. She lives in Forest Hill, in the London Borough of Lewisham. The childminder is available for work Monday to Friday, 7am until 7pm term time only.

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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 setting. n The childminder showed the inspector the areas of the premises that children use and discussed the equipment and resources available. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the curriculum for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning. n The childminder discussed documentation that will be used when caring for children. The inspector viewed the childminder's first-aid certificate. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder. n The inspector and childminder had a discussion on how she evaluates her provision and her plans for improvement.

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Inspection activities

27 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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27 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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