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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a secure knowledge of the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage. She knows the importance of identifying children's starting points and planning effectively for their individual next steps in learning. n The childminder knows how to plan a variety of opportunities for children of different ages and abilities. For example, she plans to use a range of books, sign language and modelling key vocabulary during activities of interest, to help support children's communication and language development. n The childminder has appropriate knowledge of how to manage children's behaviour and how to encourage children to begin to manage their own feelings and emotions. The childminder explains how she encourages children to learn to have respect for one another, and to learn about each other's religions, cultures, backgrounds, and beliefs. n The childminder has a good awareness of the importance of working in

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partnership with parents and other professionals involved in children's care, to help ensure continuity of care and learning for children. n The childminder demonstrates an understanding of how to support children's healthy lifestyles. She recognises the importance of providing healthy meals and that opportunities for physical exercise contribute to a healthy lifestyle. The childminder discusses that daily access to the childminder's garden and regular visits to the local park will help promote this. n The childminder understands her role in safeguarding children. She has clear knowledge of the signs and symptoms that could indicate a child is at risk of harm and who to report any concerns to. n The childminder is aware of the need to evaluate her practice and keep her knowledge up to date. She has continued to access training, including paediatric first aid. The childminder is enthusiastic and knowledgeable.

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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 2579071 Local authority Kent Inspection number 10250961 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 Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2020. She lives in Ashford, Kent. She plans to care for children two days per week.

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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 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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